What substance should patients taking ACE inhibitors avoid?
a. Alcoholic beverages
b. Salt substitutes
c. Citrus fruits
d. Aspirin
ANS: B
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What intervention is most appropriate to prevent respiratory complications resulting from immobility?
a. Suction every 4 to 6 hours. b. Administer pain medications as frequently as possible. c. Teach the patient the technique of pursed lip breathing. d. Reposition the patient, and encourage him or her to cough and deep breathe at least every 2 hours.
The physician orders a 24-hour urine test for a client on a medical unit. At what time would the nurse document the start of the specimen collection?
A) From 8 AM to the following day at 8 AM B) From the time of the first morning void to 24 hours later C) From the time that urine is placed into the container until 24 hours later D) From the time the first specimen is dropped off at the lab for 24 hours
The nurse notes that a patient's respiratory rate and depth constantly change. What structures should the nurse recall are affecting this patient's respirations?
Select all that apply. 1. pons 2. aortic bodies 3. carotid bodies 4. medulla oblongata 5. number of alveoli
Which problem is a common side effect of insulin therapy?
a. Increased blood clotting b. Decreased blood clotting c. Injection site infection d. Foot ulcer formation