A patient has suffered from a gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Which of the following agents will assist in raising the hemoglobin?
A) Epoetin alfa (Epogen, Procrit)
B) Pentoxifylline (Pentoxil)
C) Estazolam (ProSom)
D) Dextromethorphan hydrobromide
A
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A nurse is caring for a patient who requires measurement of specific gravity every 4 hours. What does this test detect?
A) Nutritional deficit B) Hyperkalemia C) Hypercalcemia D) Fluid volume status
Your patient becomes agitated because you failed to touch her son as you complimented him. You recognize that her response is most likely related to her belief in
a. the evil eye. c. witchcraft. b. magico-religious teachings. d. yin-yang energy forces.
During an endocrine assessment, the nurse asks specific questions about the patient's employment. What rationale would the nurse provide for this line of questioning?
1. Occupational exposure to some toxic chemicals may be implicated in the development of endocrine disorders. 2. People in occupations that require sitting for long periods are at higher risk for endocrine disorders. 3. People who are exposed to environmental tobacco smoke are at high risk for development of thyroid disorders. 4. People working in occupations requiring lifting are at higher risk for development of adrenal disorders.
The client who is being discharged after cataract surgery is a nursing home resident. For what activities should the nurse instruct this client to use an eye shield?
A. The client should have the eye shield in place 24 hours a day for the first 2 weeks after surgery. B. The client should have the eye shield in place when engaging in activities that require bending. C. An eye shield is not needed, because this client is not in an environment where protection is needed. D. An eye shield should be applied when the client is ready for bed.