The 50-yr-old pt recently diagnosed with ALS is prescribed riluzole (Rilutek). When should the nurse teach the pt to take this drug?
a. with a meal or snack
b. on an empty stomach
c. at bedtime
d. one hour after taking an antacid
Answer: b. on an empty stomach
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A. West coast of Africa B. African interior C. Southern coast of Africa D. East coast of Africa
The nurse is assessing a client's ECG. What is the nurse's interpretation of the following ECG strip?
a. Sinus rhythm with premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) b. Ventricular tachycardia c. Ventricular fibrillation d. Sinus rhythm with premature atrial con-tractions (PACs)
An on-duty nurse discovers that her colleague is pilfering medicines. According to the Nurse Practice Acts, what should the nurse do?
A) Keep silent and overlook the incident B) Inform the local police station C) Discuss this incident with the colleague D) Report the incident to the supervisor
An early sign that a 2-month old infant may be hearing-impaired is
A) a lack of crying B) a lack of response to parent's touch C) a lack of startle response D) frequent pulling on the ears