Inflammation is a natural defense of the body.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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When assessing the ankle-brachial index in a patient with peripheral artery disease, the nurse:
A) compares the strength of the pulses in the lower and upper extremities. B) compares the pulse rate in the upper and lower extremities. C) compares the blood pressure in the upper and lower extremities. D) compares sensation in the upper and lower extremities.
The client says to the nurse, "My doctor said my drug is a controlled substance; am I considered an addict?" What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Are you concerned about becoming an addict? We can discuss this in more detail if you would like to." 2. "You are not an addict; the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) restricts the use of drugs with a high potential for abuse." 3. "Why do you ask about becoming an addict? Not many of our clients have asked this question." 4. "You are not an addict, but the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will monitor you for this."
An older adult female has a bone density test that reveals severe osteoporosis. What does the nurse understand can be a problem for this client due to the decrease in bone mass and density?
A) Diabetes B) Hypertension C) Compression fractures D) Cardiac disease
An older adult man who takes verapamil (Calan) reports that his breasts have enlarged. What is the nurse's best action?
a. Ask the patient whether he has had any difficulty getting or maintaining an erec-tion. b. Document the response and reassure the patient that this is a common side effect. c. Instruct the patient to use an elastic wrap to bind his breasts during the day. d. Hold the drug dose and notify the prescriber.