A client's opioid therapy is being tapered off, and the nurse is watchful for signs of withdrawal. What is one of the first signs of withdrawal?
a) Fever
b) Nausea
c) Diaphoresis
d) Abdominal cramps
Answer: c) Diaphoresis
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An elderly patient is admitted to the emergency department for treatment of an acute urinary tract infection with possible sepsis. During the admission examination, the nurse notices multiple ecchymoses of varying ages over both ulnar edges
The patient denies falling and seems reluctant to answer any questions about the ecchymoses. The patient's daughter states that the patient falls down often, and she appears impatient with her mother. The patient's gait and balance are normal, and the patient is oriented and otherwise cooperative. What is the best nursing action? A) Obtain x-rays of the forearms. B) Evaluate serum electrolyte values. C) Report the situation to protective services. D) Apply a vest restraint to the patient.
The parents of a 13-year-old girl are concerned that their daughter has a gender identity disorder. Which sign or symptom most indicates that their concern is correct?
a. Their daughter is playing sports typically considered boys' sports. b. Their daughter has more male friends than female friends. c. Their daughter does not like to change her clothes in front of anyone. d. Their daughter frequently wears clothes designed for males.
The nurse is caring for a frail, elderly client with a persistent, dry cough. Which of the following would be the result if this persistent, dry cough is not resolved promptly?
A) Consumes the client's energy B) Eliminates respiratory secretions C) Contributes to retention of secretions D) Influences the production of respiratory secretions
For a particular patient, it has become essential to minimize the risk of further damage to the auditory nerve. Which of the following medications may need to be discontinued if the patient is taking them? Choose all that are correct
1) Furosemide, a diuretic 2) Digoxin, a cardiotonic 3) Famotidine, an antiacid 4) Aspirin, an analgesic