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A patient is diagnosed with Raynaud's disease. The nurse is aware that this disease is characterized by:
A) Venous thrombosis B) Arteriolar vasoconstriction C) Arterial vasodilatation D) Intermittent claudication
To improve placental blood flow immediately after the injection of an epidural anesthetic, the nurse should:
a. Turn the woman to the right side. b. Place a wedge under the woman's right hip. c. Give the woman oxygen. d. Decrease the intravenous infusion rate.
The nurse plans to administer intranasal desmopressin (DDAVP) to the client. What will the best plan by the nurse include?
1. Instruct the client to blow his nose following administration. 2. Be sure to have fresh water at the bedside. 3. Withhold other medications so absorption of desmopressin (DDAVP) will not be affected. 4. Direct the spray high into the nasal cavity.
The nurse explains that xerostomia (dry mouth) in the older adult may be caused by _________________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. age-related reduction in saliva. b. allergy. c. eating highly seasoned foods. d. inadequate fluid intake. e. use of diuretic medications.