The physician has ordered Minipress (prazosin hydrochloride) 2 mg po twice a day. The medication is available as Minipress (prazosin hydrochloride) 1 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer?
A) 1/2
B) 1
C) 2
D) 3
C
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The nurse is reviewing the results of the patient's laboratory findings and notes an elevated C-reactive protein (CRP). What does this indicate?
a. The patient had a myocardial infarction. b. The patient has inflammation in the body. c. The patient has reduced cardiac output. d. The patient's diet is high in cholesterol.
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of heart failure who is receiving a unit of packed red blood cells. The client's respiratory rate is 33 breaths/min and blood pressure is 140/90 mm Hg. Which action does the nurse take first?
a. Administer prescribed diphenhydramine (Benadryl). b. Continue to monitor the client's vital signs. c. Stop the infusion of packed red blood cells. d. Slow the infusion rate of the transfusion.
An elderly client with poor intake is demonstrating signs of poor wound healing. To assist this client, the nurse will:
1. Assist with deep-breathing exercises. 2. Encourage ambulation. 3. Request a dietary consult for nutritional support. 4. Medicate for pain prior to dressing changes.
The nursing assistant need not be familiar with the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)