The population most commonly affected by gout is:
a. postmenopausal women c. middle-aged men
b. teenagers d. elderly-aged men
C
Middle-aged men are most commonly affected, but it may occur in women after menopause.
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A patient with a history of Parkinson's disease who is takes levodopa (Dopar) comes to the nurse's station complaining of very dark urine. The nurse should include which action in the further assessment of the patient's complaint?
a. Obtain a urinalysis to screen for blood. b. Instruct the patient to cut down on the salt intake. c. Explain to the patient that this is a harmless, expected effect. d. Instruct the patient to increase fluids to dilute the urine.
The nurse is preparing to assess a family regarding the impact of one of its members being diagnosed with diabetes. What should the nurse include in this assessment?
1. The seriousness of the disorder 2. Whether the family has ever dealt with a chronic illness before 3. The age of the affected member 4. The financial impact the illness will have on the family 5. The number of members of the family
A nurse is assigned to assist a client with a warm soak. What should the nurse do when providing a warm soak?
A) Use distilled water for soaks. B) Set the water to 45°C. C) Stir the water to distribute heat evenly. D) Soak for 45 minutes per treatment.
A person experiencing a delayed allergic reaction to a penicillin would most likely be switched to a(n) ________.
A. sulfonamide B. tetracycline C. cephalosporin D. aminoglycoside