Paroxetine (Paxil) has been prescribed for a client with a somatic symptom illness. The nurse instructs the client to watch out for which of the following side effects?
a. Constipation
b. Increased appetite
c. Increased flatulence
d. Nausea
Ans: d. Nausea
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A) White blood cell level B) Creatinine level C) Hemoglobin level D) Potassium level
A patient whose home was destroyed by fire is in a disaster recovery area. A nurse tells the patient, "I know just how you feel. We had a fire in our home when I was a little girl." What type of communication is the nurse using?
1. Active listening 2. Disabling communication 3. Informational communication 4. Therapeutic communication
Sulfonylureas and meglitinides decrease blood glucose levels by
a. stimulating insulin secretion. b. slowing the rate of absorption of glucose. c. providing an exogenous source of insulin. d. improving insulin sensitivity.
A client has a physician's order for n.p.o (nothing by mouth) following abdominal surgery to repair a bowel obstruction. The client has a nasogastric tube inserted to low intermittent suction. The client requires intravenous therapy for what purpose?
A) replace fluid and electrolytes B) administer blood products C) provide protein supplements D) treat the client's infection Ans: A