You are examining a 54-year-old male smoker. While examining the oral mucosa, you identify a painless area of white, adherent mucosal thickening on the left buccal mucosa. This is most likely:
A) Erythroplakia.
B) Leukoplakia.
C) Herpes simplex virus.
D) Candidiasis.
B
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What is the nurse aware is happening when the patient with hypoparathyroidism complains of fatigue and a lack of energy?
a. Hypertension is the cause of the fatigue. b. Hypocalcemia has caused decreased car-diac output. c. Dyspnea has sapped the patient's energy. d. Poor muscle tone makes any activity tir-ing.
The physician has ordered Minipress (prazosin hydrochloride) 2 mg po twice a day. The medication is available as Minipress (prazosin hydrochloride) 1 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer?
A) 1/2 B) 1 C) 2 D) 3
A nurse correctly recognizes that discharge planning can include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Arranging for home health care 2. Introducing the health-care team 3. Consulting a social worker 4. Discharge teaching 5. Reviewing all medications the patient is to take at home
During inspection of a patient's upper back, the nurse notices three small, elevated superficial lesions filled with purulent fluid. How does the nurse document this finding?
a. As three cysts on the upper back b. As several bullae on the back c. As three pustules on the upper back d. As three wheals on the upper back