A nurse is explaining the use of acyclovir therapy to a 72-year-old man. Nephrotoxicity is discussed as a major adverse effect in older patients. To minimize the risk of the patient developing this adverse effect, the nurse will advise him to
A) take the tablets on an empty stomach.
B) decrease the drug dosage if initial symptoms of nephrotoxicity appear.
C) stay well hydrated by drinking at least eight 8-oz glasses of water daily.
D) eat light meals every day.
Ans: C) Stay well hydrated by drinking at least eight 8-oz glasses of water daily.
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Which of the following methods would be most reasonable to use if a researcher is interested in finding out what it is like to live with a person who has a terminal illness?
a. Experimental methods b. Forced-choice questionnaires c. Phenomenological approach d. Structured interviews
Before electroencephalography, a client asks, "Why will I be asked to take deep breaths during the procedure?" How does the nurse respond?
a. "Hyperventilation causes cerebral vasodi-latation and increases the likelihood of seizure activity." b. "Hyperventilation causes cerebral vaso-constriction and increases the likelihood of seizure activity." c. "Deep breathing will keep you relaxed and will lower the seizure threshold." d. "Deep breathing will make you hypox-emic, which lowers the seizure threshold."
Hibiclens is currently one of the most frequently used solutions for performing preoperative skin scrubs. The nurse knows that the most important advantage of using Hibiclens for this purpose is:
a. it stays on the skin to provide continuous antibacterial effects. b. it does not stain the skin. c. it is not regulated by any governmental agency. d. it has weak antimicrobial activity, so it is less toxic.
Antihistamines and decongestants can cure the common cold and allergic rhinitis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.