A nurse counsels a patient who is starting oral iron for anemia. Which agent should the nurse advise the patient not to take at the same time as the iron supplement?

1. Vitamin C
2. Antacids
3. Acetaminophen
4. Birth control pills


Correct Answer: 2

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The nurse is aware that histamine plays an important role in the immune response and the effects of histamine can manifest in assessment findings. Which response can occur as a result of histamine release?

A) Constriction of small venules B) Contraction of bronchial smooth muscle C) Dilation of large blood vessels D) Decreased secretion of gastric and mucosal cells

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Your 35-year-old female patient complains of severe cramping with monthly menstrual flow. Painful menstrual periods are termed:

A. Menorrhagia B. Metrorrhagia C. Dysmenorrhea D. Premenstrual syndrome

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A patient with carpal tunnel syndrome is being treated conservatively. Which information would the nurse provide?

1. "Your wrist will be casted for the first 3 weeks, followed by a protective splint for the next 6 to 8 weeks.". 2. "Exercise your wrist for complete rotation and ROM every 4 hours while awake.". 3. "Wear a brace or wrist splint at night and during activities that aggravate the symptoms.". 4. "Wear an external hinge splint to support the wrist for several months.".

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A case manager is fulfilling the role of coordinator. Which of the following nursing interventions would most likely be completed?

a. Providing information to all parties about the situations affecting the client b. Educating the client and providers in or-der to make informed decisions c. Supporting all parties to work toward mutual goals d. Arranging, regulating, and balancing needed health services for the client

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