Which of the following instructions should be given to the patient with nephrolithiasis?
a. Take ibuprofen 600 mg every 8 hours.
b. Take Tums for stomach upset.
c. Drink more black tea.
d. Increase intake of vegetables like spinach.
A
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A. Barrel chest from chronic illness B. Depression of the lower chest C. Protrusion of the chest D. Underdeveloped breast bone
A female client who has had a recurrence of breast cancer is prescribed tamoxifen (Nolvadex) therapy. What would the nurse include in the instructions for taking this medication?
A) Take before meals with orange juice. B) Medication will cause chills; dress warmly. C) Stop smoking while taking this medication. D) Maintain a 1,500-calorie diet; medication causes weight loss.
Diagnostic testing for hepatitis should include:
1. CBC. 2. Hepatitis B surface antigen. 3. Hemoglobin and hematocrit. 4. Liver antibodies.
What is the rationale for administering glucocorticoid therapy as an adjunct to chemotherapeutic agents?
a. Assists with pain control b. Raises blood sugar to meet the increased metabolic needs c. Produces immunosuppression effects d. Reduces mucositis