A patient is diagnosed with a benign skin lesion caused by a virus. For which skin condition should the nurse plan care for this patient?
a. Cyst
b. Wart
c. Keloid
d. Pigmented nevi
ANS: C
Warts are caused by a virus. D. Pigmented nevi are often inherited. C. Keloids are caused by trauma and scarring. A. A cyst is caused by follicle blockage.
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When planning nursing care that is specific to this patient's spinal metastasis, what outcome should the nurse identify? A) The patient will explain the importance of exercise in his recovery. B) The patient will maintain full range of motion. C) The patient will perform activities of daily living comparable to his prediagnosis abilities. D) The patient will state that pain control is adequate.
A nurse administers riluzole to a patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Which neurotransmitter would be the most affected by this drug?
a. Dopamine b. Glutamate c. GABA d. Norepinephrine
The client will be receiving disulfiram (Antabuse) for 3 months. What is the priority teaching point at the time of discharge?
1. "Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this drug." 2. "It is very important to take this drug on an empty stomach." 3. "It is very important to take this drug with food." 4. "Do not drink any alcohol for 2 weeks after you stop this drug."
An adult client, diagnosed with Parkinson disease, has been prescribed levodopa. What nursing observations would indicate that the medication is working?
1. Increased strength on affected side 2. Blood pressure changes from 180/90 to 140/80mmHg. 3. Urine output increases to 60 mL per hour. 4. Decrease in tremors in upper extremities