A client with schizoaffective disorder is prescribed clozapine to treat her symptoms. Which of the following instructions would the nurse provide?
A) "Keep a record of how often and how long you experience the side effect of dry mouth."
B) "Monitor your urinary output and notify your doctor if your urine changes color."
C) "Keep an eye on your weight, and if you gain weight rapidly, notify your doctor."
D) "If you experience any drowsiness, discontinue taking this medication."
B
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a. "Bacteria can often cause ulcers." b. "This operation often causes ulcers." c. "The medication keeps your blood pH low." d. "It prevents stress-related ulcers."
The nurse is performing an eye assessment on an 80-year-old patient. Which of these findings is considered abnormal?
a. Decrease in tear production b. Unequal pupillary constriction in response to light c. Presence of arcus senilis observed around the cornea d. Loss of the outer hair on the eyebrows attributable to a decrease in hair follicles
The nurse administers a parasympathetic stimulator that only stimulates nicotinic receptors. What effects would the nurse expect to assess? (Select all that apply.)
A) Muscle contraction B) Slowing heart rate C) Increased bladder contraction D) Signs and symptoms of a stress reaction E) Release of epinephrine from adrenal medulla
To prevent infective endocarditis, antibiotic prophylaxis is indicated prior to dental procedures for patients who have mechanical valves
a. true b. false