A client diagnosed with congestive heart failure has been treated for many years with intravenous furosemide (Lasix). What sensory impairment should the nurse assess in this client?
1. Loss of ability to taste
2. Hearing loss
3. Vision loss
4. Loss of ability to smell
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Furosemide (Lasix) does not affect the ability to taste.
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A) To decrease cerebral edema B) To prevent seizure activity that is common following a TIA C) To remove atherosclerotic plaques blocking cerebral flow D) To determine the cause of the TIA
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A. Involve a hospital minister to discuss the client's perspective about cancer. B. Plan to bring the case before the hospital's board of ethics. C. Contact the client's minister to discuss the client's perspective about cancer. D. Meet with family members to discuss the client's perspective about cancer.
When reinforcing the PASS acronym for fire extinguisher use, the nurse reminds the staff that the final "S" stands for ______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word