A client will be undergoing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which assessments should be performed before the client is cleared for ECT treatment? Select all that apply
A) Cardiovascular exam
B) Pulmonary exam
C) Physical examination
D) Blood samples
E) Urine samples
A, B, C, D, E
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A patient who has been taking cyclosporine to prevent rejection of a kidney transplant has had diltiazem ordered. Why would the nurse question this order?
A) Serious diltiazem toxicity could occur. B) The combination may result in elevated or even toxic cyclosporine levels. C) The combination could lead to kidney rejection. D) A kidney recipient would not effectively excrete the diltiazem.
The client has had a fever for 3 days and has lost 7 pounds. Laboratory tests show the client's blood osmolarity to be 322 mOsm/L, with a blood sodium level of 148 mmol/L (mEq/L). What is the correct interpretation of this data?
A. Relative dehydration B. Isotonic dehydration C. Hypertonic dehydration D. Hypotonic dehydration
Why might Wikipedia be a questionable reference for a study citation?
a. It does not contain factual information. b. It does not provide ideas for other resources. c. It is an online resource.. d. It is an open, editable format.