Which of the following foods is sometimes helpful in repopulating the intestine, which has had its normal flora disrupted by antibiotic therapy?
1. Active cultures of yogurt
2. Blue cheese
3. Red wine
4. Garlic
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A patient who has had an acute ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is started on an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor drug
In explaining the action of this drug to the patient, what is the best rationale for the nurse to use? A) Most patients with acute myocardial infarction also have hypertension. B) Reduction of afterload reduces stress on the damaged heart and further damage. C) Use of ACE inhibitors is part of protocol for treatment of a STEMI. D) ACE inhibitor therapy is not effective for other types of heart disease.
Which assessment would be most appropriate for a patient who is receiving a loop diuretic for HF?
A) Monitor liver function studies B) Monitor for hypotension C) Assess the patient's vitamin D intake D) Assess the patient for hyperkalemia
Which of the following groups is especially at risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?
a. Recently divorced adults b. Single young women between 19 and 24 years of age c. Teenaged girls d. Young males between the ages of 15 and 19 years
A client has a sliding scale for insulin dosage. The order is for Humulin R every 6 hours as follows:
Accuchecks every 6 hours BG 0–180 mg/dL no coverage BG 181 mg/dL–240 mg/dL 2 units subcutaneously BG 241 mg/dL–300 mg/dL 4 units subcutaneously BG 301 mg/dL–400 mg/dL 6 units subcutaneously BG > 400 mg 8 units subcutaneously and call the physician At 11 AM the client's Accucheck reading was 242 mg/dL. How many units of Humulin R insulin would the client receive? A) 2 units subcutaneously B) 4 units subcutaneously C) 6 units subcutaneously D) 8 units subcutaneously and call the physician