A 65-year-old client is diagnosed with congestive heart failure with edema as a result of
fluid retention. Which may cause retention of fluid in the body?
A) Elevated protein levels
B) Increased venous pressure
C) Elevated osmotic pressure
D) Increased excretion of sodium
B
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In preparation for a transesophageal echocardiography, the nurse must:
A) Instruct the patient to drink 1 liter of water before the test. B) Heavily sedate the patient C) Inform the patient that blood pressure (BP) and electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring will occur throughout the test. D) Inform the patient that an access line will be initiated in the femoral artery.
The nurse is positioning a patient who is to have a lumbar puncture performed. What position is appropriate for this diagnostic test?
a. prone b. supine c. semi-Fowler's d. side-lying with knees drawn up to chest
A nurse is administering levothyroxine to a client. The nurse should monitor the client for which adverse effects of this agent?
a. constipation c. lethargy b. tachycardia d. weight gain
Drug ________ refers to the chemical changes the drug produces in cells and tissues.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).