A nurse is caring for a patient taking acyclovir (Zovirax). Which side effects of this drug should the nurse be alert for?
a. Fever and bone marrow suppression
b. Vaginal burning and skin irritation
c. Dizziness, headache, and nausea
d. Leukopenia and peripheral neuropathy
C
Side effects include dizziness, headache, nausea and vomiting, renal failure, and seizures.
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1. taken an overdose of hypoglycemic drugs. 2. been following a very restricted fasting diet or is malnourished. 3. excessive secretion of insulin or an increase in glucose metabolism. 4. exercised unwittingly without replenishing needed fluid and nutrients.
A nurse has been progressively working with a patient on the exercises he needs to do at home when he is discharged
The nurse wants to ensure he will remember what to do when he is at home. Which teaching strategy is most appropriate for this situation? a. Discussion b. Demonstration and practice c. Audiovisual media d. Written
A client has edema and tenderness of the feet. The nurse prepares a warm water foot soak for the client. What is the primary reason for the nurse to use warm water for the foot soak?
A) It improves muscle tone. B) It provides a therapeutic touch. C) It helps the blood vessels to dilate. D) It helps to promote a feeling of calmness and vitality.
A healthcare worker must specifically question the patient about his or her use of which of the following when obtaining a history from the patient?
A. drugs prescribed by different doctors B. herbal remedies C. OTC remedies D. all of these