A patient has been taking phentermine for 12 weeks for weight loss. The patient now reports that it no longer produces appetite suppression. The best action would be to:
a. switch to another agent in this class.
b. discontinue the drug.
c. increase the dose.
d. continue the current dosing.
b
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A nurse wishes to provide client-centered care in all interactions. Which action by the nurse best demonstrates this concept?
a. Assesses for cultural influences affecting health care b. Ensures that all the clients' basic needs are met c. Tells the client and family about all upcoming tests d. Thoroughly orients the client and family to the room
A client is proud of a recent breakthrough in his ability to control his anger when another client had criticized his behavior. The nurse shakes the client's hand and praises him on his accomplishment
How should this nurse's behavior be interpreted? 1. This gesture is inappropriate because it could seem condescending to the client. 2. This gesture is appropriately timed and suitable in this situation. 3. The use of touch is inappropriate with any client no matter the reason. 4. The use of touch may be perceived as a sexual overture in this situation.
While counting the apical pulse on a 16-year-old patient, the nurse notices an irregular rhythm. His rate speeds up on inspiration and slows on expiration. What would be the nurse's response?
a. Talk with the patient about his intake of caffeine. b. Perform an electrocardiogram after the examination. c. No further response is needed because sinus arrhythmia can occur normally. d. Refer the patient to a cardiologist for further testing.
A type of research method emphasizing the meaning of an experience is termed:
A. qualitative. B. quantitative. C. scientific integrity. D. scientific method.