When monitoring a patient who is taking a low-dose cholinergic drug, the nurse will watch for which cardiovascular effect?
a. Bradycardia
b. Tachycardia
c. Vasoconstriction
d. Palpitations
ANS: A
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a. "Is that something you learned from a relative or friend?" b. "No one your age should be drinking at bedtime." c. "That is an old wives' tale. The doctor can prescribe a sleep aid if you need one." d. "Alcohol is prohibited while taking this medication."
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a. Drug entry exceeds drug elimination. b. The intended response fails to occur. c. The risk for toxic side effects is increased. d. The drug's duration of action is longer than expected.
The nurse is caring for an adolescent girl with anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings would indicate to the nurse that the girl requires hospitalization?
A) Weight gain of one-half pound per week B) Food refusal C) Body mass index of 18 D) Soft, sparse body hair and dry, sallow skin
A nurse is caring for a patient with inflammatory bowel changes and has identified a nursing diagnosis of "Diarrhea related to inflammatory changes in the bowel." What would be an appropriate intervention for this diagnosis?
A) Use a heat or cold pack for pain relief. B) Ensure adequate hydration and electrolyte replacements. C) Provide periods of rest by clustering care. D) Gather resources for home care and daily activities.