The nurse is planning the care of a 28-year-old female hospitalized with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. What schedule would be most appropriate for the organization of diagnostic procedures for this patient?
A) All at one time, to provide a longer rest period
B) Before meals, to stimulate her appetite
C) In the morning, with frequent rest periods
D) Before bedtime, to promote rest
C
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a. Allopurinol (Zyloprim) - Acute gout b. Colchicine (Colcrys) - Acute gout c. Febuxostat (Uloric) - Chronic gout d. Indomethacin (Indocin) - Acute gout e. Probenecid (Benemid) - Chronic gout
The nurse is caring for a patient who does not produce adequate mucus in the stomach resulting in what problem?
A) Diarrhea B) Ulceration C) Constipation D) Distention
Lithium citrate 600 mg 3 times daily po is ordered for a client with acute mania who is being treated
as an outpatient. The client calls the mental health nurse, stating he is nauseated. To lessen the nausea, the nurse can suggest that the lithium can be taken with a. meals. b. an antacid. c. an antiemetic. d. a large glass of juice.
Which of the following statements about the use of insulin in the treatment of diabetic clients is correct?
A) Insulin is used along with oral hypoglycemic agents to control blood glucose levels in clients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. B) Insulin should be injected intramuscularly in the thigh or buttock regions. C) Insulin is the primary treatment for non-ketotic hyperosmolar hyperglycemic coma (NKHH C), a potential complication for clients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. D) Insulin is available in products that combine intermediate-acting and short-acting insulin to simplify dosing and provide better glucose control.