It is determined that a patient, who is in a hepatic coma, needs a laxative. Lactulose is prescribed. Which of the following should the nurse monitor to assess the efficacy of the lactulose therapy?
A) Water levels in the colon
B) Oncotic pressure in the colon
C) Blood ammonia levels
D) Relief from symptoms
C
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A patient's blood pressure is 90/72 mm Hg. What is the patient's pulse pressure?
a. 40 mm Hg c. 18 mm Hg b. 25 mm Hg d. 12 mm Hg
You are assessing the deep tendon reflexes of a 28-year-old man. Your examination reveals that the patient's reflexes are normal. You would document this finding as _____
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Obesity may be a contributing factor in development of
a. osteoporosis. b. alcoholism. c. sleep apnea. d. multiple sclerosis.
A nurse is caring for a client with major depressive disorder. The client takes no pleasure in journaling, which the client usually enjoys. The nurse understands that this is an example of which type of major depressive disorder?
A) With psychotic features B) With catatonic features C) With melancholic features D) With seasonal pattern