A patient taking metoprolol (Lopressor) for hypertension reports all of the following side effects. For which side effect will you notify the prescriber?
a. Increased urination during the daytime
b. Heart rate of 68 per minute
c. Chest pain during exercise
d. Decreased sexual ability
ANS: C
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a. Sinus tachycardia b. Rapid atrial flutter c. Ventricular tachycardia d. Atrioventricular junctional rhythm
A nutrient that can be made by the body is called
a. essential. b. complete. c. incomplete. d. nonessential.
A resident has paralysis in the arms, legs, and trunk. This is:
a. Hemiplegia b. Paraplegia c. Quadriplegia d. MSDS
If a resident is unable to use his or her call button, the nursing assistant should
a. check the resident frequently. b. assume the resident doesn't need assistance. c. check the resident at least twice a shift. d. tell the resident to holler if he or she needs something