A patient is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) daily. Which of the following symptoms would the nurse need to report for follow-up related to the digoxin?
a. Skin flushing
b. Constipation
c. BP 118/68 mm Hg
d. Anorexia
ANS: D
Anorexia is a symptom of digoxin toxicity. A digoxin level should be done and digoxin held until the results are reviewed by the physician.
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A) "A person's genotype is the observable expression of the traits." B) "The total genetic makeup of an individual is referred to as the phenotype." C) "In an autosomal recessive inherited disorder, the individual must have two abnormal genes to be affected." D) "An individual is said to have an autosomal dominant inherited disorder if the disease trait is homozygous."
A terminally ill client is demonstrating cognitive signs that the end of life is near. Which assessment findings support the nurse's conclusion?
Select all that apply. A) Inability to concentrate B) Rambling incoherently C) Nausea D) Dry mouth E) Shortness of breath
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is written in correct format? Assume the facts are correct in all of them
1) Readiness for Enhanced Nutrition 2) Pain related to stating, "On a scale of 1 to 5, it's a 5." 3) Impaired Mobility related to pain A.M.B. hip fracture 4) Risk for Infection related to compromised immunity A.M.B. fever
A client age 50 years reports to a primary care unit with an open wound due to a fall in the bathroom. Which of the following nursing actions represents caring skills?
A) The nurse cleans the wound and applies a dressing to it. B) The nurse inspects and examines the wound for swelling. C) The nurse tells the client to use caution while on slippery surfaces. D) The nurse informs the client that the wound is small and will heal easily.