When administering ganciclovir (cytovene), the nurse keeps in mind that the main dose-limiting toxicity for this drug condition?
A. Renal Failure
B. Gastrointestinal disturbances
C. Peripheral neuropathy
D. Bone marrow suppression
Answer: D. Bone marrow suppression
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Following a teaching session, the client identifies which of the following choices as containing the most potassium-rich foods?
a. kidney beans, molasses, pistachio nuts b. strawberries, blueberries, potatoes c. artichokes, cheese, whole wheat bread d. mushrooms, leeks, carrots
A first-postoperative-day patient received pain medication 6 hours ago. He states he is not experiencing pain but refuses to deep breathe and ambulate as ordered
The nursing student caring for him consults her instructor, asking whether it might be advisable to administer pain medication. The student is using a. the right brain hemisphere. b. the intrapersonal learning style. c. linguistic memory. d. critical thinking.
Which findings would indicate the presence of a perineal wound infection? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Redness 2. Tender at the margins 3. Vaginal bleeding 4. Hardened tissue 5. Purulent drainage
The client has been ordered to be treated with Losartan potassium. What effect should the nurse expect to see in the client's laboratory values?
a. Decreased liver enzymes b. Increased BUN and creatinine c. Decreased serum glucose d. Increased calcium