When reviewing the medical record of a patient with Hodgkin lymphoma, the oncology nurse would expect to note the presence of:
A) Reed-Sternberg cells.
B) hypercalcemia.
C) a history of substance abuse.
D) malignant plasma cells.
A) Reed-Sternberg cells.
Explanation: A) Hodgkin lymphoma, named after the British physician who first described the disease, is a specific type of lymphoma characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells.
B) In multiple myeloma, heightened levels of calcium can occur in the bloodstream, leading to hypercalcemia, a disruption of fluid and electrolyte balance.
C) The causes of multiple myeloma are not well understood, but obesity, toxin exposure, and substance abuse appear to play roles along with genetic influences.
D) Multiple myeloma is a cancer involving a group of B cells known as plasma cells. These are B cells that produce large amounts of antibodies.
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A nurse should recognize the relevance of which of these factors when antihypertensive medication is prescribed for an African American client?
a. A higher dose must be given to produce the same effect as in European Americans. b. The drug may need to be administered more frequently due to increased metabolism. c. Lukewarm tap water is preferred when taking medications. d. The drug may be refused because of belief that God will heal through prayer and faith.
The public health nurse offered as a motivation the report from Healthy People 2010 that found that drug use among ______________ remains below the all-time high reported in 1979
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Physical dependence is not the same as addiction
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The client is to receive Ery-Tab (erythromycin) 0.666 gram po every 6 hours. Each tablet contains 333 mg. How many tablets would the client receive?
What will be an ideal response?