Which assessment finding will alert the nurse to possible toxic effects of amiodarone?
a. Heart rate 100 beats per minute
b. Crackles in the lungs
c. Elevated blood urea nitrogen
d. Decreased hemoglobin
Answer: b. Crackles in the lungs
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A) Rash B) Anaphylaxis C) Hypertension D) Bradycardia
Performance attributes of an individual are determined by ability and:
a. aptitude. b. knowledge. c. motivation. d. skill.
You are a case manager working with a patient newly admitted to a rehabilitation facility. When developing a care plan for this older adult, which factors should the nurse consider as being positive in this age group?
(Mark all that apply.) A) Decreased risk taking B) Effective coping skills C) No participation in untested roles D) A positive self-image E) Resiliency
Why are SERMS generally not ordered for women early into menopause?
1. The rapid onset of severe hot flashes can be unbearable. 2. The bone remodeling effect results in osteoporosis. 3. They tend to induce intermittent spotting. 4. They create more risk with breast cancer than they are worth.