Which test or examination does a patient receive before taking any drug for benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH)?
a. Digital rectal examination
b. 24-hour urinalysis
c. Kidney function test
d. Urine culture
ANS: A
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To assist with a gastric lavage of an obtund patient who has ingested a known poison, the nurse must:
A) Place the patient in a semi-Fowler's position. B) Discard aspirate into the toilet. C) Instill the antidote before aspirating stomach contents. D) Inspect the oral cavity for loose teeth.
The nurse is caring for a patient who has had an indwelling urinary catheter inserted for the past 5 days. In reviewing and revising the plan of care, what is the most important nursing diagnosis for this patient?
a. Disturbed Body Image b. Risk for Infection c. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity d. Risk for Decreased Urine Output
The nurse is performing a nutrition assessment on the client. Which of the following may be documented by the nurse regarding laboratory results?
1. "Client lost 20 pounds during last 2 months.". 2. "Dental caries and poor oral health noted.". 3. "Leukocytosis.". 4. "Client using St. John's worst daily.".
An individual’s acquired immunity is dependent on the function of which cells?
a. T lymphocytes b. B lymphocytes c. Macrophages d. Opsonins e. Neutrophils