To minimize the risk of adverse effects of glucagon when given to an unconscious diabetic patient, as the patient regains consciousness, the nurse should
A) administer calcium supplements.
B) position the patient in the side-lying position.
C) administer carbohydrates.
D) monitor for nausea and vomiting.
C
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A client who is taking lithium to control bipolar disorder should understand the need to have which of these done monthly?
a. complete blood count, bleeding time, and hepatic function studies b. lithium tolerance test c. serum lithium level d. 24-hour urine creatine clearance test
A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local community group about hepatitis. Which of the following would the nurse include?
A) Hepatitis B is transmitted primarily by the oral–fecal route. B) Hepatitis A is frequently spread by sexual contact. C) Hepatitis C increases a person's risk for liver cancer. D) Infection with hepatitis G is similar to hepatitis A.
During the assessment interview, the client is quiet and answers questions only minimally. What action should the nurse take in response to this apparent unwillingness to share information?
A) Assume that the client has something to hide. B) Ask another nurse to sit in on the next interview attempt. C) Consider any cultural implications of these actions. D) Document that the client is not cooperative.
The school nurse is conducting pediculosis capitis (head lice) checks. A child with a "positive"head check would have
1. white,flaky particles throughout theentire scalp region. 2. maculopapular lesions behind the ears. 3. lesions in the scalp that extend to thehairline or neck. 4. white sacs attached to the hair shaftsin the occipital area.