The client has been prescribed digoxin. Before administering the drug on a routine basis to the client, the nurse should recognize that the client should receive a _____ dose
a. therapeutic
b. peak
c. trough
d. loading
ANS: D
Digoxin requires a loading dose when first prescribed.
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a. Tell him most fathers are present for the birth and are pleased with the experience. b. Ask him why he does not want to be there for his wife and child. c. Tell him it is his choice. d. Explore his concerns and support his decision.
A client is scheduled for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Which action does the nurse implement before the test?
a. Ensure that the person does not eat for 8 hours before the procedure. b. Discontinue all neuroactive medications 3 hours before the procedure. c. Make sure that the client has an identifi-cation bracelet that cannot be removed. d. Replace the client's gown with metal snaps with one that has cloth ties.
If only two blood pressure values are recorded, they are the _______________ sounds
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A 70-year-old patient is prescribed levothyroxine for treatment of hypothyroidism. The nurse would expect which age-related adjustment in dosage?
1. The dosage will be higher than for younger patients. 2. The dose will be divided into two or three doses each day. 3. The dose will be the same as for younger adults, but greater than that for children. 4. The initial dose will be significantly lower for the older adult.