The client has been started on Metformin (Glucophage). What would be a positive outcome for this client as a result of the medication he is taking?
a. Increased serum glucose level following a meal
b. Decreased serum glucose level following a meal
c. Increased absorption of glucose form the small intestine
d. Reduced absorption of glucose from the small intestine
ANS: D
Metformin is designed to reduce the absorption of glucose from the small intestine.
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a. As far back on the top of the tongue as possible without swallowing it b. Between the cheek and the gum of the upper teeth c. Between the cheek and the gum of the lower teeth d. Under the front of the tongue
A nurse is evaluating outcomes of teaching for a client with a new prescription for avorstatin (Lipitor). Which response indicates that the client has understood teaching about this drug?
1. "I will avoid taking this drug with meals." 2. "I might need to increase my dose of digoxin while I am taking this drug." 3. "I will stop taking this drug if I am trying to get pregnant." 4. "I should always take this drug right before breakfast."
A client asks the nurse what ventilation is. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
1. "Ventilation is the process by which gases are exchanged." 2. "Ventilation is the process of moving air into and out of the lungs." 3. "Ventilation is the blood flow through the lung." 4. "Ventilation is taking a breath in."