A patient with hypertension is receiving medication that disrupts the renin-angiotensin mechanism and thus lowers his systemic blood pressure. Which of the following is most likely the medication he is on?
A) Propranolol
B) Insulin
C) Glucocorticoid
D) Somatostatin
A
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The nurse notes crackling sounds and a grating sensation with palpation of an older patient's elbow. How will this finding be documented?
a. Torticollis b. Crepitation c. Subluxation d. Epicondylitis
During a mental health assessment, a patient reports living with two children from a previous relationship, a sibling, and a sibling's three children. To use the most precise documentation, the nurse documents that the patient is part of a(n):
a. household. b. nuclear family. c. extended family. d. traditional family.
Which anemia produces small, pale erythrocytes?
a. Folic acid b. Hemolytic c. Iron deficiency d. Pernicious
The nurse prepares to assess the spiritual needs of a patient with depression. On which areas should the nurse focus during this assessment? (Select all that apply.)
1. Beliefs 2. Triggers 3. Traditions 4. Affiliation 5. Symptoms