Which classification of prescription should the nurse plan to administer to the client experiencing a closed angle glaucoma attack?
A. Beta-adrenergic antagonists
B. Prostaglandin analogs
C. Osmotic diuretics
D. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Answer: C
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A patient with a history of tinea pedis reports concerns about developing the disorder again. Which suggestion should the nurse make to reduce the likelihood of a reoccurrence?
1. Wear sandal-style footwear. 2. Begin to wear cotton undergarments. 3. Soak affected extremities in salted water nightly. 4. Apply lotions to moisturize potential areas of outbreak daily.
A patient is experiencing a fever of 100 degrees F. The nurse realizes that which of the following effects will the fever have on the patient's heart rate?
1. increase 10 beats per minute for every degree elevation 2. increase 18 beats per minute for every degree elevation 3. decrease 10 beats per minute for every degree elevation 4. decrease 18 beats per minute for every degree elevation
A client has edema and tenderness of the feet. The nurse prepares a warm water foot soak for the client. What is the primary reason for the nurse to use warm water for the foot soak?
A) It improves muscle tone. B) It provides a therapeutic touch. C) It helps the blood vessels to dilate. D) It helps to promote a feeling of calmness and vitality.