A middle-aged patient with no health insurance has tried lifestyle modifications to control uncomplicated hypertension, but continues to struggle. What is considered a first drug of choice for this patient?
a. Calcium channel blocker
b. Alpha blocker
c. Thiazide-type diuretic
d. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor
Answer: c. Thiazide-type diuretic
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Tylenol gr V is ordered. The available tablet is 0.3 g. The nurse should give:
a. 1 tablet. b. 1.5 tablets. c. 1/2 tablet. d. 2 tablets.
The nurse would realize that outcomes for the diagnosis Ineffective Health Maintenance have been partly met when the client (Select all that apply)
a. begins and maintains an exercise program. b. has ideas for incorporating medications into lifestyle. c. helps design a diet modification. d. says he/she will comply with whatever plan the nurse makes. e. shows the nurse the correct way to take the pulse.
The nurse collaborates with a physical therapist when providing care for a rehabilitation client. The role of the physical therapist is to help the client with which activities? (Select all that apply.)
a. Achieve mobility. b. Attain independence with dressing. c. Use a walker in public. d. Learn techniques for transferring. e. Perform activities of daily living. f. Complete job training.
The perinatal nurse teaches the new mother and her family about appropriate infant care to prevent omphalitis. Information given would include:
A) instructions for taking a rectal temperature. B) instructions to keep the base of the umbilical cord clean and dry. C) instructions to apply a mild soap and water solution to the cord. D) instructions to change the diaper frequently during the first 24 hours following circumcision.