When refeeding a malnourished patient, it is especially important to monitor blood levels of
a. phosphorus.
b. iron.
c. zinc.
d. vitamin C.
Answer: a. phosphorus.
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A. Auscultates the woman's abdomen for fetal heart tones B. Inspects the vulva and vagina for a bluish tint C. Palpates the woman's abdomen for a fluid wave D. Percusses the woman's abdomen for uterine margins
The client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal has a temperature of 100.6° F, pulse of 112 beats/minute, and BP 180/102 mm Hg. What would the nurse anticipate doing first?
A) Encourage the client to rest. B) Administer benzodiazepine as ordered. C) Monitor for any further changes. D) Provide emotional support.
What will a health care provider include in medication teaching for a patient who will be starting a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) medication after ending treatment with sertraline hydrochloride (Zoloft)?
a. "Here is some information concerning the foods you must avoid when you are taking your new medication. In 2 weeks, after your last dose of Zoloft, we will meet and I will give you a prescription for your MAOI and answer any questions you may have.". b. "After you have been off Zoloft for 1 week, come see me. I will order the new medication for you. This list includes all the foods you will not be able to eat while taking your new medicine. We'll review your diet and medication when we meet, and we will get a blood sample as well.". c. "After 4 weeks off Zoloft, come see me. The prescription for your new medication will be ready along with a list of foods you will need to avoid once you start taking the medication. I'll order some blood work at that time as well.". d. "After 2 days off Zoloft, come in to see me before going to work. I'll give you a prescription for the new medication, and we can review the foods you will need to avoid while taking the new medication.".
A patient is admitted with acute pericarditis. When auscultating heart sounds, which action should the nurse ask the patient to perform?
A. Sit upright while the nurse auscultates the outer aspects of the upper lobes for vesicular breath sounds. B. Sit and lean forward while the nurse auscultates at the second right intercostal space, near the sternal border. C. Lie supine and breathe quietly while the nurse auscultates for expiratory wheezes. D. Sit and lean forward while the nurse auscultates at the left lower sternal border.