Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who are on chronic low-dose prednisone will need co-treatment with which medications to prevent further adverse effects?
1. A bisphosphonate
2. Calcium supplementation
3. Vitamin D
4. All of the above
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The nurse encourages the patient who is recovering from a myocardial infarct (MI) to ask the health care provider to prescribe a cardiac rehabilitation series in order to learn to (select all that apply):
a. improve stamina. b. strengthen muscles. c. plan an appropriate diet. d. select herbal remedies. e. reduce risk of further problems. f. understand heart condition.
Transformational leadership includes a number of traits, such as charisma, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and ____
a. Defined goals b. Group dynamics c. Individualized consideration d. Organizational structure
A male patient presents to the clinic complaining of a headache. The nurse notes that the patient is guarding his neck, and he tells the nurse that he has stiffness in the neck area. The nurse suspects the patient may have meningitis
What is another well-recognized sign of this infection? A) Negative Brudzinski's sign B) Positive Kernig's sign C) Hyperpatellar reflex D) Sluggish pupil reaction
The nurse is assessing the skin of a teenage male client and notes the presence of a musky odor. The client states that this is embarrassing for him and that he showers daily
Which of the following actions should the nurse take in this situation? 1. Reassure the teen that this is normal. 2. Notify the client's healthcare provider. 3. Obtain a dietary referral. 4. Educate the client regarding the importance of increased water intake.