Various laboratory tests such as blood chemistries may be used as part of the diagnostic analysis for a client with a cardiovascular disorder. What do hyperglycemia and hypertriglyceridemia indicate?
A) Coronary artery disease C) Fluid retention and hypertension
B) Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus D) Atherosclerotic heart disease
B
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A nurse is caring for a client who has sleep apnea and is prescribed modafinil (Provigil). The client asks, "How will this medication help me?" How should the nurse respond?
a. "This medication will treat your sleep apnea." b. "This sedative will help you to sleep at night." c. "This medication will promote daytime wakefulness." d. "This analgesic will increase comfort while you sleep."
What will the nurse most likely assess in an older patient with a vitamin B12 deficiency? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Ataxia 2. Imbalanced walking 3. Nausea and vomiting 4. Cognitive impairment 5. Peripheral neuropathy
In order for the clinician to diagnose a varicocele, the patient needs to:
A. Lie in the left lateral recumbent position B. Stand and bear down C. Lean over for digital rectal exam D. Lie in the supine position
A client with ADHD is prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin). Based on the half-life of the drug, how often should the nurse administer the drug?
a. Daily b. Twice a day c. Every 8 hours d. Every 12 hours