What term is used to describe a situation in which a patient experiences clinical effects from a medication that are opposite from the intended effects?
A) Side effect
B) Subtherapeutic effect
C) Idiosyncrasy
D) Paradoxical reaction
Ans: D) Paradoxical reaction
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A Caucasian nurse is caring for an African American patient. To provide culturally competent care, what should the nurse do?
1. Ask the patient about beliefs and values about health and healing. 2. Plan care considering the patient's beliefs and values. 3. Appreciate the differences between the two cultures. 4. Know the cultural values and beliefs of African American people.
In collaboration with the dietician, what dietary modification should the nurse suggest for the client with hyperthyroidism?
A. Decrease calories and proteins and increase carbohydrates. B. Eliminate carbohydrates and increase proteins and fats. C. Increase calories, proteins, and carbohydrates. D. No dietary modification is needed.
A nursing student has used time management strategies for one semester. The goal was to achieve a B average, but the actual grade was a C+. The student considers how to modify use of time. This process is called
a. planning. b. implementation. c. evaluation. d. delegation.
Which of the following laboratory findings is most specifically suggestive for renal problems?
a. hemoglobin 11 g/dL b. potassium 5.5 mEq/L c. serum creatinine 3.2 mg/dL d. blood urea nitrogen 18 mg/dL