Which information should the nurse include in the discharge plan for a client prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin)?
A. "Report the development of a metallic taste in the mouth."
B. "Report mental changes such as feelings of depression."
C. "Stop the prescription if your pulse is irregular."
D. "If you miss a dose, take two doses."
Answer: B
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The nurse reviews the patient's lab results and recognizes the patient is at risk for digoxin toxicity due to what electrolyte imbalance?
A) Hyperkalemia B) Hypokalemia C) Hypernatremia D) Hyponatremia
The Canadian healthcare system is based on a several principles. Choose all that apply
1) Equity of access for all 2) Nondiscrimination in access for care 3) National delivery systems of care 4) Private, nonprofit funding
Which well-respected nursing theorist introduced The Health Promotion Model in the 1980s?
A) Virginia Henderson B) Madeline Leininger C) Jean Watson D) Nola Pender
The nurse provides teaching to a group of nurses on the topic of children diagnosed with Kwashiorkor. Which statement is most accurate related to the diagnosis of Kwashiorkor?
A) "These children have a severe deficiency of vitamin D." B) "It is important to increase the intake of protein for these children." C) "The highest incidence of this disease is seen in children who are adolescents." D) "The cause of this disease can be treated very simply."