A patient infected with AIDS tells the nurse that she has been only partially compliant with the medications because of the side effect of nausea. The nurse's best response is:
1. "When the nausea decreases, you can take the dosage."
2. "You should stop all medicine when nauseated and call your doctor."
3. "You should always take your medicine as prescribed, or it may not be effective."
4. "Didn't you know that nausea is expected with this therapy?"
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For patients who are trying to slow or halt their HIV infection, it is important to provide individ-ual teaching and help these patients with their specific problems if they want to succeed with the treatment goals.
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A) Temperature of 102° F B) Heart rate of 120 beats/minute C) Respiratory rate of 24 breaths/minute D) PaCO2 of 42 mm Hg E) Blood pressure of 120/80 mm Hg
The nurse in the employee health clinic is performing urine drug screenings on employees. In answer to an employee's question about how long cocaine is detectable in the urine, the nurse responds:
A) for 1-3 days. B) for 3-5 days. C) up to 8 days. D) up to 13 days.
Which claim may be made by manufacturers of dietary supplements? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Energizes and rejuvenates" b. "Promotes pulmonary health" c. "Reduces pain and stiffness from arthritis" d. "Reduces stress" e. "Relieves hot flashes associated with menopause"
The term ________ is used to describe a condition that is long term, usually lasting more than six months.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).