What are the warning signs of colon cancer? Place a star next to those that R.T. has
What will be an ideal response?
• Rectal bleeding, dark stools, or blood in the stool
• Cramping or pain in lower abdomen
• Abdominal distention or ascites*
• Unintended weight loss
• Weakness and fatigue*
• Change in bowel habits, such as constipation, diarrhea, or a narrowing of the stool*
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A patient has been prescribed mirtazapine (Remeron). How will it decrease migraine headaches and depression?
A) It increases concentration of endogenous epinephrine. B) It blocks the presynaptic alpha2-adrenergic receptors. C) It acts on the dopamine only receptors in the brain. D) It inhibits norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake.
The legal nurse consultant (LNC) felt more than a little stressed after being cross-examined by both the prosecuting attorney and the defendant's attorney in intricate detail at a deposition. Which of the following actions should be taken next by the LNC?
a. Get together with friends and share the experience b. Go out and have a stiff drink to relax and get over the stress c. Pray the case does not go to trial when the LNC will have to go through all this again d. Review the written transcript for accuracy
A client who is being discharged has been instructed to continue with sulfonamide therapy for a week. Which of the following points should the nurse include in the teaching plan to educate the client about the therapy?
A) Discontinue dosage if symptoms of infection disappear. B) Take the drug a few minutes before a meal. C) Take any off-the-shelf medication if fever occurs. D) Ensure that all follow-up appointments are met.
Which of these terms describes a client who is in shock resulting from vasodilation and abnormal fluid distribution within the circulatory system?
a. distributive c. hypovolemic b. cardiogenic d. obstructive