Which of the following client teachings should a nurse provide regarding cold tablets containing antihistamines?
A) They dilute the nasal secretions.
B) They lead to frequent sinus drainage.
C) They decrease discomfort temporarily.
D) They prolong bleeding.
C
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A staff nurse in the area that you manage has excelled in the delivery of patient education
You are considering implementing a new job description that would broaden her opportunity to teach patients and orient new staff members to the value of patient education. The ethical principle that you are most directly reinforcing is: a. Justice. b. Fidelity. c. Paternalism. d. Respect for others.
A nurse researcher who decides to discontinue a research project because the findings indicate that the risks of the study outweigh the benefits is applying the principle of:
a. beneficence. c. trustworthiness. b. justice. d. confidentiality.
The urinary system influences homeostasis. Based on this information, what would be the best explanation by the nurse of the function of ADH in the maintenance of the body's homeostasis?
A) Assists in regulation of water balance B) Important in blood pressure regulation C) Promotes sodium and water retention D) Increases kidney filtration and blood flow
An 18-year-old client with complaints of fever is admitted to a healthcare facility; a small enlargement on the neck is diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. The client has water retention due to excessive production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
For which of the following electrolyte disturbances should the nurse monitor the client? A) Hyponatremia B) Hypercalcemia C) Hypochloremia D) Hyperphosphatemia