Prior to discharge, a client diagnosed with a gastric ulcer is given prescriptions for cimetidine (Tagamet) and aluminum-magnesium complex (Riopan). Identify the instructions that the nurse should emphasize to the client about these two medications
a. To achieve maximum effectiveness, take them at the same time.
b. Take the Riopan with meals and the Ta-gamet on an empty stomach.
c. Make sure to take the medications with a full 8-ounce glass of orange juice.
d. The Tagamet can be taken with meals; then wait 1 to 2 hours to take the Riopan.
D
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A. Intake and output B. Stool volume C. Specific gravity D. Vital signs E. Weight
In reviewing a patient's chart to determine whether she has progressed from HIV disease to AIDS, the nurse should look for
a. CD4+ count below 500, chronic fatigue, night sweats. b. HIV-positive test result, CD4+ count below 200, history of opportunistic disease. c. weight loss, persistent generalized lymphadenopathy, chronic diarrhea. d. fever, chills, CD4+ count below 200.
When a researcher makes a Type II error (concludes that no relationship between the independent and dependent variable exists when in fact it does), this could occur because of:
A) Inadequate sample size B) Unreliable data collection instruments C) Problems with adequately implementing the intervention D) All of the above
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A) Avoid residue, lactose, fat, and caffeine. B) Encourage large, high-fat meals. C) Reduce food intake. D) Increase the intake of iron and zinc.