The nurse is concerned that an elderly client is experiencing polypharmacy. Polypharmacy means the client:
a. uses several pharmacies. c. sees more than one doctor.
b. takes many medications. d. has many ailments.
ANS: B
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What does a goiter indicate?
a. Hypothyroidism b. Hyperthyroidism c. Thyroid problem d. Premature menopause
A hospitalized patient complains of acute chest pain, which he rates as a 9 on a scale of 0 to 10. The nurse administered a 0.4 mg sublingual nitroglycerin tablet, and now finds his vital signs to be stable. The nurse's next step is to
a. provide a second dose of nitroglycerin in 5 minutes. b. continue dosing at 10-minute intervals. c. obtain a transcutaneous pacer. d. increase the dose to 1 mg.
A nurse has decided to pursue a DNP degree instead of a DNS degree. What are some basic differences between the DNP and DNS? (Select all that apply.)
A) Less emphasis on scientific content B) Increased content on research methodology C) Similar dissertation requirements D) Emphasis on practice with research E) No required clinical practicum