While caring for a patient treated with trimetrexate, the nurse will closely monitor:
a. serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen.
b. neutrophil and platelet counts.
c. direct and indirect bilirubin.
d. urine and serum pregnancy tests.
b
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The nurse is checking results of a neurologic assessment on a client. Abnormal results to testing of the abducens nerve indicate the client could have difficulty with:
1. taste sensation. 2. peripheral vision. 3. adequate tear production 4. chewing food properly.
A 32-year-old client who has a history of familial polyposis but no manifestations still wants to explore the possibility of preventive surgery. The most appropriate response the nurse can make is
a. "Cancer is not always hereditary, and you should change risk factors in your life." b. "It is an overreaction to seek radical treatment before you develop symptoms." c. "Monthly rectal smears may allay your anxiety without surgery." d. "Subtotal colectomy is a procedure you might seek further information about."
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Heparin or LMW heparin is preferred for pregnant patients needing an anticoagulant because:
A. its molecular size does not allow it to cross the placenta to affect the offspring. B. the offspring receives only a partial anticoagulant effect. C. its molecular size allows it to cross the placenta and thus help the offspring. D. the offspring receives the full anticoagulant effect.