The physician orders glipizide 10 mg oral twice a day for a patient with diabetes. Glipizide is available in 5-mg tablets. How many tablets would the nurse administer with each dose? _______
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
2 tablets
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a. collectivism c. grouping b. individualism d. separation
Keshan disease, a cardiomyopathy frequently seen in China, is related to a deficiency or impaired metabolism of:
1. Phosphorus 2. Potassium 3. Selenium 4. Sodium
The nurse is reviewing the diagnostic laboratory results for a client. The body needs all electrolytes and more for normal functioning of nerves and muscles, developing body cells, blood clotting, and coordinating all body activities
Based on this information, what is the major ion of the intracellular fluid that is responsible for the normal functioning of neurons and muscles cells, including the heart, that the nurse needs to review on the diagnostic test results? A) Sodium B) Potassium C) Calcium D) Magnesium
During an admission assessment, the client tells the nurse that they have been taking herbs to help lower the blood pressure. Which question should the nurse ask the client?
A. "Have you shared this with your healthcare provider?" B. "Where you aware that herbal preparations may interfere with your treatment?" C. "What herbs have been used to manage your condition?" D. "When was the last dosage of the herbal remedies taken?"