Jim is having a hip replacement surgery and would like to self-donate blood for the surgery. In addition to being prescribed epogen alpha he should also be prescribed:
1. Folic acid to prevent megaloblastic anemia
2. Iron, to start when the epogen starts
3. An antihypertensive to counter the adverse effects of epogen
4. Vitamin B12 to prevent pernicious anemia
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1. Pesticides. 2. Peeling paint. 3. Secondhand smoke. 4. A fuel source for cooking.
A patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is reluctant to start some recommended therapies. The nurse tells the patient that early intervention is crucial for long-term health
What rationales would the nurse provide for this statement? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Early intervention is instrumental in bringing about long-term remission of symptoms. 2. Beginning treatment early can help control pain generated by the disorder. 3. If the disease is not treated, tissue and joint damage can be extreme. 4. Early and aggressive exercise will help keep joints mobile. 5. If treatment is started early, joint deformity can be avoided.
The nurse is interviewing a client who reports that he drinks alcohol when snorting cocaine. Which of the following best describes what is happening with this client?
a. Drug addiction b. Polysubstance use c. Substance abuse d. Indiscriminate drug use