An insulin-dependent diabetic patient has begun taking an oral contraceptive. What effect will this medication regime have on her physiologically?
A) Increase blood pressure
B) Increase heart rate
C) Increase blood glucose
D) Metabolic alkalosis
C
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A medical nurse has administered an oral dose of 30 mg nifedipine long-acting to a patient with a diagnosis of angina. What principle should guide the nurse's follow-up assessment after administering this drug?
A) Nifedipine has the potential to induce prodysrhythmic effects. B) Nifedipine does not affect heart rate, so assessment after administration is not normally necessary. C) The patient's heart rate will be at its lowest approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour after oral administration of nifedipine. D) The patient's blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation level should be assessed 30 minutes after administration of nifedipine.
The nurse documents client care, remembering that the following guidelines must be followed: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Each entry must be dated and timed per agency policy 2. Record care before it is provided per agency policy 3. Make all entries in blue or black ink 4. Use only accepted abbreviations and symbols 5. Spell medication names correctly to avoid medication errors
The postpartum nurse is caring for a client who gave birth to full-term twins earlier today. The nurse will know to assess for symptoms of:
1. Increased blood pressure. 2. Hypoglycemia. 3. Postpartum hemorrhage. 4. Postpartum infection.
A nurse executive is composing an e-mail to the professional organization. In addition to the name, which of the following would the nurse include when signing an e-mail?
A) Street address B) Home phone number C) Sender's title D) Date