A patient with PAD is scheduled to have percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA). What information does the nurse give the patient about this procedure?
a. It is usually used when amputation is inevitable.
b. Reocclusion may occur afterwards and the procedure may be repeated.
c. Most patients are occlusion-free afterwards, particularly if stents are placed.
d. It is painless and there are very few risks or dangers.
Answer: b. Reocclusion may occur afterwards and the procedure may be repeated.
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Select all that apply. 1. Chronic H. pylori infection 2. Use of aspirin and NSAIDs 3. Cigarette smoking 4. Dietary intake of dairy products 5. Stress
An older male client with several chronic conditions is using pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) for cold symptoms. Which adverse effect does the nurse teach the client to report to the physician?
1. Increased coughing 2. Irritated, crusty nares 3. Thickening and color change of nasal drainage 4. Decreased urinary stream