A patient tells the nurse that she has used licorice for "years" to control the pain of arthritis. Which of the following should the nurse assess in this patient?
a. cardiac rhythm c. respiratory rate
b. blood pressure d. temperature
B
Licorice is useful to control the pain of rheumatoid arthritis because of its anti-inflammatory effects. Long-term use can cause hypertension.
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The nurse is evaluating the care of a client with Parkinson disease (PD). Which finding indicates an improvement in nutritional status?
A) The client was observed providing morning self-care and dressing. B) The client coughs frequently when drinking fluids. C) The client was able to feed self and had no weight change in 1 week. D) The client had a 4-pound weight loss in 1 week.
A nurse is caring for a patient with acute glomerulonephritis. What should the nurse be aware that the inflammation of the capillary loops in the glomeruli will lead to?
a. Moderate to high blood pressure b. Low blood volume with polyuria c. Irritability and hyperactivity d. Low levels of BUN and creatinine
Which assessment data will give the nurse the best information to determine exposure to environmental hazards?
A) Physical examination B) Laboratory tests C) Health history D) Nutritional history
In the toxic triangle, the followers are
a. Conformers b. Colluders c. Constructivists d. Conscientious