A patient has started azathioprine (Imuran) therapy as part of renal transplant surgery. The nurse will monitor for which expected adverse effect of azathioprine therapy?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Tremors
b. Leukopenia
c. Diarrhea
d. Thrombocytopenia
e. Hepatotoxicity
f. Fluid retention
ANS: B, D, E
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A) Postoperative nausea and vomiting; perform the stir-up regimen B) Hypothermia; cover the patient with warm blankets C) Hypothermia; give the patient a cold IV solution D) Postoperative nausea and vomiting; position the patient on her side, with head and neck extended
The physician has ordered furosemide 20 mg stat. The ampule is labeled 40 mg/mL. The nurse should give:
a. 0.8 mL. b. 0.5 mL. c. 2.0 mL. d. 8.0 mL.
What is quantum leadership?
A) Ability to use emotions effectively and is required by leader-managers in order to enhance their success B) In order to lead, leaders must be true to themselves and their values and act accordingly. C) Any situation whereby one individual convinces another to consider a new idea, product, or way of looking at things. D) Suggests that the environment and context in which people work is complex and dynamic and that this has a direct impact on organizational productivity.
Which of the following sexually transmitted infections is not bacterial and thus not treatable with antibiotics?
1. Chlamydia 2. Gonorrhea 3. Genital herpes 4. Syphilis