When monitoring a patient who is receiving caspofungin, the nurse should look for which serious adverse effects? (select all that apply)
A. Blood dyscrasias
B. Hypotension
C. Cardiac palpitations
D. Tinnitus
E. Hepatotoxicity
Answer:
A. Blood dyscrasias
B. Hypotension
E. Hepatotoxicity
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a. diabetes and chronic hypertension b. diabetes and PIH c. pyelonephritis and diabetes d. urinary tract infection and PIH
Under stress, the body releases cortisol from the adrenal gland in order to:
a. stimulate renal excretion of sodium to cause potassium levels to increase. b. break down body protein to increase amino acids that can be converted to glucose. c. cause vasoconstriction to divert blood flow from the periphery to central circulation. d. increase heart and respiratory rates to better deliver oxygen and nutrients to vital organs.
A 70-year-old male has the nursing diagnosis situational low self-esteem related to forced retirement. Using Maslow's hierarchy of human needs, the nurse is confident the patient is meeting the outcome of experiencing self-worth when the patient:
a. Moves to a secure apartment building b. Exercises regularly with friends at the gym c. Attends his grandchildren's school functions d. Volunteers at the local homeless shelter each week
Which of the following is a correct conversion factor for converting grains to grams?
A. 
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D. 