Which drug classification may cause potassium loss in the body?
A. antihypertensives
B. oral contraceptives
C. diuretics
D. antacids
Answer: C
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a. Liver enzymes b. Renal function studies c. Complete blood count d. Serum electrolytes
When a co-worker tells the nurse, "I am not sure I will be able to give the right answers in the job interview," the nurse replies, "I know what you mean
Interviews have always been a problem for me, too." This response can be evaluated as lacking a. appropriateness. b. efficiency. c. feedback. d. flexibility.
For a client waiting for a heart transplant who has been fitted with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD), the nurse would explain that the purpose of this device is to
a. electrically stimulate the left ventricle to contract. b. extract blood from the left ventricle and propel it into the systemic circulation. c. measure hemodynamics of cardiac output occurring because of dysrhythmias. d. sound an alarm when the intraventricular pressure drops.
When assessing a family, which statement by the family would the nurse interpret as reflecting the family's cultural influences on its own unique values? Select all that apply
A) "Family problems stay within the family." B) "Bring me the milk since you are near the refrigerator." C) "Dinner is ready and is on the stove." D) "Report cards come out on Friday." E) "You can't go to the dance unless we meet the boy." F) "We always go to grandma's for dinner on Sunday."