A patient with glaucoma is taking a beta-adrenergic blocking agent, timolol (Timoptic). For which potential side effect should the nurse assess the patient?
a. Wheezing
b. Hypertension
c. Sudden eye pain
d. Blurred vision
A
Beta-adrenergic blocking agents cause bronchospasm and tachycardia.
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The nurse is discussing strategies for preventing sensory impairments with the parents of a newborn. Strategies to protect hearing include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Obtain regular immunizations. 2. Seek medical attention for reduced eye contact. 3. Keep auditory stimulation to a minimum. 4. Have the child wear ear protection in noisy environments. 5. Have regular health examinations.
Which of the following would be most important to ensure that a client does not retain any barium after a barium swallow?
A) Placing any stool passed in a specific preservative B) Monitoring the stool passage and its color C) Observing the color of urine D) Monitoring the volume of urine
The physician has explained to the patient that he has developed diabetic neuropathy in his right foot. Later that day the patient calls the nurse and asks what causes diabetic neuropathy. What would be the nurse's best response?
A) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by hyperglycemia that has gone on for years." B) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to have something to do with ketoacidosis." C) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to involve elevated blood glucose levels over a period of years." D) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by a combination of elevated glucose levels and elevated ketone levels."
A nursing student is preparing to take the NCLEX-PNÆ and notes that she must bring which items the day of the exam? Select all that apply
A) ìAuthorization to Testî card from the state board of nursing B) Official transcript from the nursing program the nurse graduated C) Current driver's license with correct legal name and picture D) Social Security Card with full legal name E) A note from the nurse's physician explaining his or her learning disability and special accommodations needed during testing