A patient has all of the following health problems. Which problem causes the nurse to be alert for an increased risk for drug side effects?
a. Asthma
b. Kidney disease
c. GI ulcers
d. Chronic high blood pressure
B
The liver and kidneys are the organs that are most important for drug metabolism and elimina-tion. A problem that decreases the function of either organ increases active blood drug levels and the length of time a single drug dose remains in the body. Both conditions lead to an increased risk for drug side effects.
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1. Potassium 2. Calcium 3. Sodium 4. Chloride
A client is assigned the nursing diagnosis of impaired social interaction R/T sociocultural differences AEB client stating, "Although I'd like to, I don't join in because I don't speak the language so good."
Which correctly written outcome addresses this client's problem? A. The client will collaborate with nursing staff to set specific goals by day 3. B. The client will participate in one group activity of choice by day 2. C. The client will express a desire to interact with others. D. The client will become increasingly independent by discharge.
. A client has been recently admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit. Which intervention should the nurse plan to use to reduce the client's focus on delusional thinking?
A. Present evidence that supports the reality of the situation B. Focus on feelings suggested by the delusion C. Address the delusion with logical explanations D. Explore reasons why the client has the delusion
A nurse prepares for a presentation to a group of adults using strategies appropriate for adult learning. This concept is called:
1. Authoritarianism 2. Learning style 3. Pedagogy 4. Andragogy