A dietitian educates a nurse about Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs). The dietitian teaches the nurse that DRIs contain recommendations for sex, age, pregnancy, and
1. Race.
2. Weight.
3. Lactation.
4. Educational level.
ANS: 3
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furosemide (Lasix) for hypertension. The woman is requesting dextromethorphan for the treatment of a recurrent cough. What component of her drug regimen contraindicates the use of dextromethorphan? A) Calcium supplements B) Metformin (Glucophage) C) Phenelzine (Nardil) D) Metoprolol (Lopressor)
The process of transferring information from a physician's order to the MAR is _____________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A patient with metastatic brain cancer says, "I'm dying, but I'm still living. I want to be in control as long as I can." Which reply shows the nurse was actively listening?
a. "Our staff will do their best to help you feel comfortable." b. "Most people do not know how to help and are afraid of death." c. "Your mind and spirit are healthy, although your body is frail." d. "You want people to stop focusing on your weaknesses."
A person who has experienced physiologic stresses will have increased levels of which hormone?
a. Cortisol b. Thyroid hormone c. Somatostatin d. Alpha endorphin