While assessing a patient who is taking a beta blocker for angina, the nurse knows to monitor for which adverse effect?
a. Nervousness
b. Hypertension
c. Bradycardia
d. Dry cough
ANS: C
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a. Delirium b. Renal stones c. Infection d. Pharmaceutical and psychological
The nurse educator is discussing emerging diseases with a group of nurses. The educator should cite what causes of emerging diseases? Select all that apply
A) Progressive weakening of human immune systems B) Use of extended-spectrum antibiotics C) Population movements D) Increased global travel E) Globalization of food supplies
Which of these terms refers to electrically charged ions present in both intracellular and extracellular fluids?
a. electrolytes c. particles b. molecules d. solutes
To protect the client with low back pain from injury, which of the following measures is appropriate?
A. Apply moist heat continuously to the affected area. B. Use ice packs or ice massage for 1 to 2 hours over the affected area. C. Apply heat packs for 20 to 30 minutes at least four times daily. D. Avoid hot baths or showers.