Which assessment would be most important for the nurse to complete to ensure safety with a client receiving antihypertensive agents?
A) Noting a widened pulse pressure
B) Asking whether the client is light-headed
C) Assessing for a rise in blood pressure when standing
D) Evaluating orthostatic hypotension
D
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A client with a fracture develops compartment syndrome that requires surgical intervention. The nurse would most likely prepare the client for which of the following?
A) Bone graft B) Joint replacement C) Fasciotomy D) Amputation
Despite experiencing a loss of 35% of body weight, the client reports feeling "fat and overweight.". What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this client?
A) Ineffective coping B) Body image disturbance C) Chronic low self-esteem D) Nutritional deficit
Antihistamine drugs
a. decrease synthesis of histamine b. decomposes histamine into inactive compounds c. increases histamine secretion d. blocks histamine receptors
A patient diagnosed with emphysema is being prepared for surgery. What laboratory value should the nurse review to obtain information about the patient's respiratory status?
A. Serum creatinine B. Carbon dioxide C. Blood urea nitrogen D. White blood cell count