A patient is currently taking an aldosterone blocker, which reduces reabsorption of sodium. What other condition should the nurse expect to see as a result of the patient taking this medication?
A) Hyperkalemia
B) Increased hydrogen level
C) Hypernatremia
D) Edema
A
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The nurse works in a small hospital that uses narrative documentation rather than computer documentation. The nurse makes a practice of documenting care only at the end of the shift, just before giving shift report
Which aspect of documentation credibility does this most clearly violate? 1. It is contemporaneous. 2. It is accurate. 3. It is truthful. 4. It is appropriate.
Linda, a staff nurse on nights, yells at Ali, another RN, and tells Ali that she is stupid and can't get anything right. In responding to this situation as head nurse, it is critical that you:
a. Require that Linda attend anger management classes. b. Investigate to see if Ali did anything to aggravate Linda. c. Call both immediately into the office to discuss the situation. d. Respond to Linda in a way that is consistent with organizational processes and with similar situations.
Why must caution be used when taking a phosphodiesterase inhibitor to enhance male sexual function?
a. It can become habit forming. b. Life-threatening consequences can occur with cardiovascular disorders. c. It is an ineffective treatment. d. It is expensive and available only by special prescription.
A newborn with which of these skin colors would rarely have Mongolian spots?
A. Yellow B. Red C. Brown D. White