Dosage strength measures the amount of drug per dosage unit
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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A nurse is caring for a female patient from an unfamiliar culture. The nurse has planned extensive discharge teaching, but the patient seems uninterested, deferring all questions to an older adult male relative. The best action by the nurse is to
a. ask the male relative to assist with discharge teaching. b. include the male relative and revise the teaching plan. c. remind the patient that her condition is confidential. d. try to do the teaching when the male relative is absent.
When comparing angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) medications, which of the following holds true?
1. Both have major issues with a dry, irritating cough 2. Both contribute to some retention of potassium 3. ARBs have a stronger impact on hypertension control than ACE medications 4. ARBs have stronger diabetes mellitus renal protection properties than ACE medications
The nurse is evaluating the outcomes of nursing care for a woman with a urinary tract infection. Which of the following does the nurse include in the evaluation? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. The client implements self-care measures for prevention. 2. The client completed the prescribed antibiotics. 3. The client knows self-care measures for worsening symptoms. 4. The client states that UTIs are controlled, not cured. 5. The client knows that cranberry juice can help prevent UTIs.
The client is admitted to the inpatient substance abuse unit. She tells the nurse she has been buying "yellow jackets" (pentobarbital, or Nembutal) on the street, but has not had any for a few days
Which plan, by the nurse, is the most appropriate at this time? 1. Prepare to do frequent room searches, as the client's friends will most likely bring drugs in for her. 2. Prepare to manage the depression and suicidal thoughts the client will have. 3. Prepare to manage a withdrawal that will likely be minimal. 4. Prepare to manage a withdrawal that could be life threatening.