__________ is edema in body areas most affected by gravity, such as the feet, ankles, sacrum, or buttocks
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Dependent edema
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Which assessment finding supports sleep apnea as a potential problem for this patient? 1. Short stature 2. Hypertension 3. Female gender 4. Thin body build
The nurse is caring for a male patient who states, "I have been smoking two packs of cigarettes a day for 20 years and now my nurse practitioner wants me to take vitamins. Do you think I need to take vitamins?"
What is the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. "Smoking is bad for your health. I believe if you stop smoking you would certainly be better off and not have to take vitamins." b. "Smokers use vitamin C faster than do nonsmokers, and is linked to iron deficiency. You can either eat more foods containing vitamin C and iron or take dietary supplements." c. "It is probably a good idea. With your history of tobacco use, I'm sure you are lacking in vitamins and nutrients." d. "I really cannot answer this question. You will need to speak with your nurse practitioner to find out more about this."
The client is being treated with Alupent. The nurse anticipates the client will experience what type of change in his laboratory values?
a. Hypoglycemia b. Decreased serum potassium c. Increased calcium d. Decreased serum magnesium
The nurse is providing care to a client who has been prescribed a beta blocker. Which item in the client's history does the nurse suspect this medication has been prescribed to treat?
1. Increased intraocular pressure 2. Urinary retention 3. Hypertension 4. Hypotension