The nurse takes the patient's vital signs. The data collected are
a. subjective c. irrelevant
b. objective d. secondary
B
Objective data are observable and measurable data that are obtained through both standard assessment techniques performed during the physical examination and diagnostic tests.
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A mother is concerned that her son is demonstrating some behaviors that place him at risk for substance abuse. Which behavior should the population health nurse explain that contributes to problems of substance abuse?
1. Conformity. 2. Patience with failure. 3. Easily acknowledging feelings. 4. Tolerance of deviant behavior.
When counseling a newly pregnant gravida 1 at 8 weeks' twin gestation, the nurse teaches the woman about the need for increased caloric intake. The nurse would tell the woman that the minimum recommended intake should be:
1. 2500 kcal and 120 grams protein. 2. 3000 kcal and 150 grams protein. 3. 4000 kcal and 135 grams protein. 4. 5000 kcal and 190 grams protein.
Your patient has been switched from valproic acid (Depakote) to gabepentin (Neurontin). Which of the following is a false statement?
a. Gabapentin (Neurontin) is also used for bipolar disorder therapy b. Gabapentin (Neurontin) requires more frequent hepatic monitoring c. Gabapentin (Neurontin) is also used for migraine therapy d. Gabapentin (Neurontin) should not be given concurrently with antacids containing magnesium