A patient is being considered for a hypoglossal nerve stimulator. Which patient criteria was most likely used for this treatment to be identified?
A. Has moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
B. Sleeps with three pillows
C. Takes medication for hypertension
D. Is obese
Answer: A
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The nurse is reinforcing instructions about crutch walking received from physical therapy, and includes which of the following?
1. Exercise both legs on a regular basis. 2. Going up and down stairs in the home is good exercise. 3. Perform arm-strengthening exercises daily. 4. Support weight with the axilla.
The nurse is instructing an older client on ways to prevent esophageal irritation from taking medication. Which information should the nurse include in this teaching? Select all that apply.
1. Drink at least 8 ounces of water with morning medications. 3. Take several sips of water before taking oral medications. 4. Sit up in a chair for at least 30 minutes after taking oral medications.
While reviewing laboratory values, the student notes a patient's digoxin level is increased. Which of the following actions should the nurse take regarding the patient's scheduled dose of digoxin?
1. The nurse should continue with digoxin until the physician changes the order. 2. Increased levels of digoxin are toxic, so the nurse should hold the patient's digoxin. 3. The nurse should continue with digoxin but notify the physician of the level. 4. Increased levels of digoxin are not cause for concern as long as vital signs do not register changes, so the nurse should check the patient's pulse and blood pressure before administration.
Sleep-aids fall into which drug category?
A. CNS stimulants B. CNS depressants C. opiates D. none of the above