Which of the following patients who is taking progesterone would a nurse monitor most carefully for potential adverse effects?
A) A 32-year-old woman with epilepsy
B) A 56-year-old woman with hypotension
C) A 38-year-old woman who is HIV-positive
D) A 45-year-old woman who has hepatitis C
A
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A nurse wishes to provide client-centered care in all interactions. Which action by the nurse best demonstrates this concept?
a. Assesses for cultural influences affecting health care b. Ensures that all the clients' basic needs are met c. Tells the client and family about all upcoming tests d. Thoroughly orients the client and family to the room
The nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) reminds the patient to:
a. drink plenty of fluids before ECT to ensure adequate hydration. b. bring a change of clothes in case of incontinence. c. be prepared for visual disturbances after the treatment. d. arrange for transportation to and from the appointment.
When antibiotic therapy for pelvic inflammatory disease is continued orally at home after discharge, the nurse must inform the patient about the importance of:
a. avoiding contact sports for at least 2 months. b. completing the entire course of medication to prevent complications. c. bed rest at home. d. regular weekly follow-up with the gynecologist.
Which of the following statements about the consistent carbohydrate (CHO) diet is incorrect?
A) The CHO diet focuses on maintaining fat levels. B) The CHO diet counts the number of calories a patient consumes each day. C) The CHO diet recommends that 50% of a patient's calories are carbohydrates. D) The CHO diet limits the patient to three meals a day.