Janice has elevated LDL, VLDL, and triglyceride levels. Niaspan, an extended-release form of niacin, is chosen to treat her hyperlipidemia. Due to its metabolism and excretion, which of the following laboratory results should be monitored?
1. Serum alanine aminotransferase
2. Serum amylase
3. Serum creatinine
4. Phenylketonuria
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a. Hepatitis A b. Hepatitis B c. Hepatitis C d. All strains of hepatitis
A prison nurse has received notification that there is a powerful storm system approaching the prison that is likely to cause tornados in the area, putting the prison and prisoners at risk
The nurse is reviewing the emergency response plan, which should include: A. Plans for the safety of first responders B. Plans for the protection and safety of prisoners and staff C. Plans for the safety of the general public D. All of the above
The child of an 81-year-old client asks the nurse about vitamins, antioxidants, and age-related macular degeneration. Which of the following theories of aging is most appropriate to this topic?
A) Free radicals theory B) Immunosenescence theory C) Program theory D) Wear-and-tear theory
A primary care clinic is being established in a rural county that recently experienced a hurricane severely damaging its infrastructure for medical care. Which of the following considerations would be the priority when planning for this clinic?
a. The ability to provide mental health services to community members b. The ability to deliver primary care services to community members c. The ability to refer community members to other necessary services d. The ability to supply community members with daily necessities