Complete occlusion of the _____ coronary artery, also referred to as the widow maker, usually results in sudden death
a. right
b. left main
c. circumflex
d. left anterior descending
B
Complete occlusion of the left main coronary artery, also referred to as the widow maker, usually results in sudden death.
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A home health nurse is reviewing the medications that an older client is currently taking. Which of the following questions need to be included in the review? Select all that apply
A) Ask the client to assemble all medications, including prescribed, OTC, herbal, and vitamins. B) Ask the client how he is storing the medication. C) Ask the client how he is paying for his medications. D) Ask the client what side effects he would need to report to his physician. E) Determine if the client has any cultural or ethnic beliefs that would impact compliance with the medication regime.
The nurse would expect to observe which of the following when assessing a client with cholelithiasis?
A) Stools that contain blood and mucus B) Bowel sounds that are absent C) Stools that appear small and dry D) Urine that appears dark brown
The nurse explains that the Candidiasis infection of thrush can cause lesions in the baby's mouth that can be seen on the: (Select all that apply.)
a. Tongue b. Inner lips c. Edges of the nostrils d. Gums e. Oral mucosa
An outpatient has been self-monitoring blood pressure readings since beginning reserpine for hypertension 3 days ago. The patient reports, "My blood pressure has not changed since I started taking the medication." The nurse should advise the patient:
1. "Take an extra dose now and recheck the blood pressure tomorrow." 2. "Discontinue the medication and come to the office immediately." 3. "This is normal. The effects may not be evident for a full week." 4. "Another medication is needed with the treatment regimen."