A patient is using a transdermal testosterone patch for treatment of hormonal deficiency. He also has type 2 diabetes mellitus. He is taking glyburide (DiaBeta). Which of the following laboratory values should be monitored closely?
A) Blood glucose
B) Red blood cell
C) White blood cell
D) Creatinine
A
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A patient who is taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) asks the nurse about the addition of St. John's wort to help with his depression. The nurse's best response is:
a. "That is a great idea. Alternative therapies can be very helpful." b. "You will feel better sooner if you include phenylalanine." c. "Did you know that St. John's wort can raise your blood pressure dramatically?" d. "You need to speak to your physician about that."
The nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who is experiencing a manic episode. To assist the client in reducing the hyperactive behavior, what should the nurse do?
1. Engage the client in a quiet game of cards or puzzle solving. 2. Allow the client to set her own limits on behavior. 3. Provide a calm, quiet area for the client to sit or walk around in. 4. Encourage the client to get involved in a game of volleyball.
The nurse counsels other co-workers that the suggested treatment for HIV exposure is
a. a single retroviral medication for 2 weeks. b. combination retroviral medications for 2 weeks. c. determined by the severity of the exposure and other factors. d. "watching and waiting" for 12 weeks post-exposure.
The concept of holism is based on the belief that
A) Individuals can be seen in an atomistic fashion B) Health is achieved through medical care C) Health is achieved by treatment from physicians D) Individuals cannot be seen apart from the environment