The nurse is preparing to assist with blood collection on a newly admitted patient who has been taking phenytoin for several years. The provider has ordered a complete blood count and liver function tests
Which other blood test will the nurse discuss with the provider?
a. Blood glucose
b. Coagulation studies
c. Renal function tests
d. Serum electrolytes
ANS: A
Patients who have taken hydantoins for long periods might have an elevated blood sugar. The nurse should discuss this test with the provider.
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1. Speaking softly in the hall of the facility 2. Obtaining a bed extender for the client who is very tall 3. Placing a room deodorizer in the room of the client with asthma who complains of the odor in the room 4. Maintaining room temperature between 68 °F and 74 °F
A postmenopausal patient develops osteoporosis. The patient asks the nurse about medications to treat this condition. The nurse learns that the patient has a family history of breast cancer
The nurse will suggest discussing which medication with the provider? a. Estrogen estradiol b. Pamidronate [Aredia] c. Raloxifene [Evista] d. Teriparatide [Forteo]
The nurse has completed a health assessment, physical examination, and interview with a patient
Which assessment data would support a diagnosis of reactive arthritis? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The conjunctiva of the right eye is reddened, with a thin, watery drainage. 2. The patient reports increased urine output. 3. The patient reports having "food poisoning" 12 days ago. 4. The patient reports pain in both knees. 5. The patient's right ankle is swollen only on the medial side.
Hypothermia is very low body temperature
True False