A client with hypertension has been prescribed oral clonidine hydrochloride. What instruc-tions should the nurse give to this client?
A. "Take this medication at bedtime."
B. "Call your health care provider if a rash develops."
C. "You will need to have your blood counts monitored regularly."
D. "Take this medication by puncturing the capsule and placing the liquid contents under the tongue."
A
Sedation is a common side effect of central alpha-adrenergic agonist. Therefore, the client should be instructed to take this medication at bedtime.
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How many milliliters would the nurse document on the intake and output form as being absorbed from a 1 liter bag if 550 mL was left in the bag?
A) 400 B) 450 C) 500 D) 550
The nurse assists and educates clients about the structure and function of the digestive system. The nurse is reviewing the processes involved during digestion
What is the best explanation by the nurse about the process of deglutition to the client? A) Alternate contraction and relaxation of muscles that sends food down through the digestive tube B) Act of chewing C) Process of transferring broken-down food elements into the circulation for transport D) Process of swallowing
MC The nurse is working with a pregnant client who has six children. The ages of the children range from six months to twelve years of age. An example of tertiary prevention in working with this client would include education regarding
A. Prenatal care. B. Dental hygiene. C. Appropriate nutrition. D. Effective contraception to prevent subsequent pregnancies.
A patient asks the nurse how his cancer developed. Which statement should the nurse avoid in responding to this patient?
A. "The theory of cellular mutation suggests that carcinogens cause mutations in cellular RNA." B. "The majority of people do not have an inherited form of cancer." C. "Known carcinogens include viruses, drugs, hormones, and chemical and physical agents." D. "Oncogenes are genes that promote cell proliferation and are capable of triggering cancerous characteristics."