A patient asks the nurse about taking phentermine and topiramate (Qsymia) for weight loss. To avoid side effects, it is important for the nurse to determine whether the patient has a history of
a. glaucoma.
b. hypertension.
c. valvular heart disease.
d. irritable bowel disease.
Ans: a. glaucoma.
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A parent tells the nurse that her brother has Tourette syndrome and she is concerned that her five-year-old son may be at risk for the same disorder. Which is the most appropriate reply?
1. There is no known genetic association in Tourette syndrome. 2. There may be a genetic predisposition for developing Tourette syndrome. 3. A person whose uncle has Tourette syndrome will definitely develop the condition. 4. We do not have any information on the hereditary factors associated with Tourette syndrome.
The nurse who recognizes that the strict visiting hours policy that has existed on the pediatric unit is outmoded and begins to gather data to support a new policy liberalizing visiting hours based on evidence of better patient care is taking on the role
a. provider of care. b. patient advocate. c. counselor. d. educator.
To conduct a productive meeting, the nurse should:
a. provide each person all the time needed to discuss desired topics. b. cover all emotional topics first. c. create an agenda with specific times allotted for each agenda item. d. wait for latecomers and ask for their excuse for being late.
A patient is prescribed a drug that causes selective stimulation of beta2 receptors. The nurse should assess the patient for what?
A. Hypoglycemia B. Improved breathing C. Tachycardia D. Decreased pain