A client is prescribed a beta-blocker for treatment of coronary artery disease. Which of the following is the client most likely going to be prescribed?
1. Amlodipine
2. Atenolol
3. Diltiazem hydrochloride
4. Nicardipine
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Amlodipine, diltiazem hydrochloride, and nicardipine are all calcium channel blockers. Atenolol is a beta-blocker.
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The nurse is aware that these activities: A) Could be spiritual in nature and that the family would benefit if they were included when ever possible B) May result in dysfunctional behaviors and denial that alienates the family C) Represent the need to control her final days, by showing the world and her family that she is fine D) Need to be addressed and limited, so she spends time with her family or it will result in dysfunctional grieving when she dies
A patient is to receive a penicillin intramuscular (IM) injection in the ventrogluteal site. The nurse will use which angle for the needle insertion?
a. 15 degrees b. 45 degrees c. 60 degrees d. 90 degrees
The African American patient had a myocardial infarction and is receiving atorvastatin (Lipitor). The nurse caring for the patient is Caucasian. The nurse assesses the patient's diet to be very high in fat
What is the best plan by the nurse to improve the patient's diet and reduce the risk for additional medications? 1. With the patient's permission, plan to ask an African American nurse to speak to him about a low-fat diet. 2. With the patient's permission, plan to discuss his diet with whomever prepares meals for his family. 3. Plan to give the patient information specific to African Americans about low-fat diets. 4. Plan to ask the physician for a consult by dietary services so a dietician can teach the patient about low-fat diets.
The date of birth on a patient's record is ___________________ data.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).