A client had a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA). What medication will the nurse administer to prevent thrombus formation in the stent?
A. Clopidogrel
2. Isosorbide mononitrate
3. Metoprolol
4. Diltiazem
Ans: A. Clopidogrel
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A) never show their true feelings. B) always empathize with followers. C) be able to identify emotions in themselves and others. D) always show their true feelings.
A nurse is assessing an elderly patient with gallstones. The nurse is aware that the patient may not exhibit typical symptoms, and that symptoms that may be exhibited in the elderly patient may include what?
A) Fever and pain B) Chills and jaundice C) Nausea and vomiting D) Septic shock and oliguria
During discharge planning, a patient whose manic symptoms are remitting asks, "Do I have to take lithium even though I'm not high any longer?" The most appropriate response is:
a. "You can stop the medication 1 week after discharge.". b. "You will need to take medication for about 12 weeks.". c. "Usually patients take medication for 6 months after discharge.". d. "Taking the medication daily will help you avoid relapses and recurrences.".
____________________ is fear, apprehension, or a sense of impending danger.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).