The first-line therapy for mild-persistent asthma is:
1. High-dose montelukast
2. Theophylline
3. Low-dose inhaled corticosteroids
4. Long-acting beta-2-agonists
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The client on the inpatient unit who should be assessed as being at highest risk for directing violent behavior toward others is which of the following?
1. A veteran who has a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder who was admitted for severe sleep disturbance secondary to nightmares 2. A middle-aged woman who has completed alcohol withdrawal and is participating in a rehabilitation program 3. An adolescent who was admitted for suicidal ideation and was suspended from school for getting into a fight with a classmate 4. A male client in his twenties who has bipolar disorder with delusions of grandeur
Which of the following adverse effects would be applicable to a patient beginning drug therapy with enalapril (Vasotec)?
a. Nonproductive cough b. Tingling around mouth and in fingertips c. Nasal congestion d. Ringing in the ears
A patient with metastatic cancer has had several fractures secondary to bone metastases. The provider orders denosumab [Xgeva]. What will the nurse teach this patient?
a. Denosumab may delay healing of these fractures. b. Denosumab should be given subcuta-neously every 12 months. c. Denosumab will improve hypocalcemia. d. Unlike bisphosphonates, denosumab does not increase osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ).
A nurse educates adults in preventive measures to avoid problems of middle adult years. Which of the following are the major health problems during the middle adult years?
A) Cardiovascular disease, cancer B) Upper respiratory infections, fractures C) Communicable diseases, dementia D) Sexually transmitted diseases, drug abuse