A patient is experiencing an acute asthma attack. What is the first-line therapy for relief of an acute asthma attack?
A) Inhaled steroid
B) Leukotriene modifier
C) Beta2-adrenergic agonist
D) Xanthine
C
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An older patient requests a small, inflated donut to sit on to relieve pressure. What response by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. "I will obtain the device for you." 2. "Using the donut can cause skin breakdown." 3. "I will need to get an order from the physician." 4. "You will need to wait until discharge and use this at home."
The nurse is applying an external urinary device to a client. Before attaching the device to the drainage bag, what should the nurse do?
1. Wash his or her hands. 2. Document the client's tolerance of the procedure. 3. Instruct the client about the drainage system. 4. Ensure that the condom is not twisted.
The nurse planning discharge teaching for an older client with multiple prescriptions for multiple chronic illnesses may discuss which strategies to avoid medication errors at home?
1. When possible, take medications at the same time each day. 2. Keep a written record of medications taken, including the name, dose, date, and time. 3. Use a pill holder as a memory aid. 4. Plan to have a family member remind the client each day to take medication. 5. Request easy-to-open bottles so the client will not have difficulty opening the bottles.
Which is responsible for the secretion of androgen?
A. Follicle-stimulating hormone B. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone C. Testes D. Pituitary gland