A nurse reconciling a patient's medications during discharge must make sure of which of the following? Select all that apply
1. The dosages are correct.
2. The patient has been prescribed medications for all of his or her conditions.
3. The patient is not allergic to any of the medications prescribed.
4. The patient has not been prescribed brand-name drugs when less expensive generics will be just as effective.
5. The patient is given a written list of all medications prescribed.
ANS: 1, 5
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A) A further assessment of anxiety is required. B) A more complete physical examination is required. C) Preoperative fears are normal and if ignored will be alleviated independently. D) Teaching should be initiated immediately to alleviate the fears.
Nursing behaviors associated with the implementation phase of the nursing process are concerned
with a. gathering accurate and sufficient client-centered data. b. participating in mutual identification of client outcomes. c. carrying out interventions and coordinating care. d. comparing client responses and expected outcomes.
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A) Dysuria B) Dyspnea C) Constipation D) Urinary frequency
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A) "As long as you exercise appropriately, weight loss will be ensured." B) "Metabolism slows during middle age, which can result in weight gain." C) "Weight loss is always a good idea, regardless of your age." D) "Weight loss is no different during this time than any other time of your life."