A 67-year-old patient who weighs 285 pounds comes to the doctor’s office with a history of progressive onset of pain in her knees and hips. The doctor may tell her which of the following about her treatment?
A. nothing can be done for her because of her weight
B. she should take two aspirins and call him in the morning
C. she should take two aspirins four to six times per day
D. the pain can be resolved by diet and exercise
C. she should take two aspirins four to six times per day
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The nurse is monitoring a client who has returned to the unit after arterial revascularization. The client reports pain in the affected limb that is similar to the pain experienced before the procedure. What is the nurse's best action?
a. Assess the peripheral pulses in the limb. b. Elevate the affected extremity on pillows. c. Administer pain medication as prescribed. d. Place a warm blanket on the operative limb.
A client diagnosed with dementia is becoming increasingly unable to express complete thoughts and is having difficulty engaging in simple conversations. When communicating with this client, the nurse should
a. use words directly applicable to the client's daily routine. b. restate ideas using different words in a different sequence. c. refrain from validating the meaning of the client's responses. d. ask the client questions that require more than a yes or no answer.
Many outdoor air contaminants originate from various sources. The PHN recognizes that sources such as gas stations, dry cleaners, commercial building heating and cooling systems, and waste disposal facilities are referred to as
A. Criteria air pollutants B. Area sources C. Mobile sources D. Point sources
A client is prescribed propranolol (Inderal). What should the nurse instruct the client about this medication?
1. The medication should be discontinued abruptly. 2. Notify the physician if you experience urinary retention. 3. Take a laxative every day. 4. Take the medication on an empty stomach.