A young adult woman has had orthopedic surgery on her right knee. The first time she gets out of bed, she describes weakness, dizziness, and feeling faint. The nurse correctly recognizes which of the following conditions is likely affecting the patient?
A) Thrombophlebitis
B) Anemia
C) Orthostatic hypotension
D) Bradycardia
Ans: C
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A 60-year-old client in good health has asked the nurse about what steps can be taken to build muscle mass. What information should be provided to the client?
A) Exercise can slow the loss of muscle mass. B) Muscle mass declines by 40% between the ages of 30 and 70. C) Increasing protein and fat intake will increase muscle mass. D) There is little that can be done to reduce the loss of muscle mass associated with aging.
A client is prescribed ferrous sulfate. Before administering the drug, the nurse reviews the client's medical record. The nurse would withhold the drug and contact the primary health care provider if the client's history revealed which of the following?
Select all that apply. A) Hemolytic anemia B) Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia C) Anemia of chronic kidney disease D) Hemochromatosis E) Hypertension
A client is ordered to receive aspirin after an acute heart attack. The nurse is evaluating use of this medication with other medications. The nurse is aware that aspirin can cause which drug interaction?
a. Increased risk of bleeding with anticoagulants b. Decreased risk of hypoglycemia with oral hypoglycemic drugs c. Decreased ulcerogenic effect with glucocorticoids d. Increased risk of infection with amoxicillin
Body fluid precautions are used only for those patients with known infections
Indicate whether the statement is true or false