Kevin is prescribed sildenafil for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Which of the following adverse effects can Kevin expect from this therapy?
A. Cardiac arrhythmias
B. Nasal congestion
C. Hypertension
D. Jaundice
Answer: B
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A 12-year-old patient with a complicated skin infection has been admitted to the pediatric unit. The physician has ordered Ertapenem (Invanz). What is the nursing priority?
A) Transcribe the order to the medication administration record (MAR). B) Perform hand hygiene before preparing the medication. C) Assess the patient's renal and hepatic functions. D) Question the order by calling the physician who prescribed it.
The client at risk for continuing hypokalemia is going home. What dietary meal selection for breakfast made by the client indicates an adequate understanding of how to increase dietary potassium intake?
A. Toasted English muffin with butter and blueberry jam, and tea with sugar B. Two scrambled eggs, a slice of white toast, and a half-cup of strawberries C. Sausage patty, one slice of whole wheat toast, half-cup of raisins, and a glass of milk D. Bowl of oatmeal with brown sugar (2 tablespoons), half-cup of sliced peaches, and coffee
Correlation coefficients can be used in all of the following applications except:
a. Assessing test–retest reliability b. Testing hypotheses in assessments of construct validity c. Evaluating interrater reliability d. Assessing internal consistency reliability via coefficient alpha
A client is scheduled to have surgery, has signed the consent form, but refuses to have a Foley catheter placed, saying "That's not part of the surgery." The nurse should:
1. Explain that this is part of the surgical prep and continue with the procedure. 2. Explain that the client has already signed the consent, and place the catheter. 3. Respect the client's wishes and document accordingly. 4. Offer to call the physician.