A client undergoing treatment for cocaine addiction is at risk for which of these complications?
a. heart attack c. stroke
b. relapse d. suicide
D
Cocaine use can lead to heart damage, hypertension, stroke, respiratory problems, and a decreased sense of smell. When mixed with alcohol, cocaine is more toxic.
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A nurse prepares to provide perineal care to a client with meningococcal meningitis. Which personal protective equipment should the nurse wear? (Select all that apply.)
a. Particulate respirator b. Isolation gown c. Shoe covers d. Surgical mask e. Gloves
A dose of dexamethasone 12 mg was administered to a client in preterm labor at 8:30 AM on March 12. The nurse knows that the next dose must be scheduled for:
a. 2:30 PM on March 12. b. 8:30 PM on March 12. c. 8:30 AM on March 13. d. 2:30 PM on March 13.
A patient is scheduled for a water deprivation test. What should the nurse instruct the patient to prepare for this test?
Select all that apply. 1. Expect this test to take 16 hours to complete. 2. Abstain from smoking as directed by the health care provider. 3. A sedative will be provided prior to the beginning of the test. 4. Do not eat or drink anything as directed by the health care provider. 5. Blood and urine samples will be collected every hour during the test.
A community health nurse working with adolescents recognizes that which characteristic would most likely be displayed by an adolescent who is at increased risk to engage in risk-taking beha-vior?
a. Poor academic performance b. High self-esteem c. Middle-class income d. Involvement in extracurricular activities