Felicity has been prescribed colestipol to treat her hyperlipidemia. Unlike other anti-lipidemics, this drug:
1. Blocks synthesis of cholesterol in the liver
2. Exchanges chloride ions for negatively charged acids in the bowel
3. Increases HDL levels the most among the classes
4. Blocks the lipoprotein lipase pathway
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A) Clustering care to promote rest B) Positioning newborn in extension C) Using kangaroo care D) Loosely covering the newborn with blankets E) Providing nonnutritive sucking
A patient is prescribed 40 mEq potassium as a replacement. How should the nurse plan to administer this medication?
A. Via intramuscular injection B. Via a rectal suppository C. Directly into the venous access line D. Mixed in the prescribed intravenous fluid
A nurse is monitoring a patient with spinal cord injury for respiratory complications. Which of the following findings would indicate that the patient should be intubated?
A) Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/minute B) Vital capacity of 30 mL/kg C) PaO2 of 90 mm Hg D) PaCO2 of 60 mm Hg
The nurse taking care of a client in the clinic notes that the client comes in twice per week, but never seems to have anything majorly wrong. Which is a benefit of providing education about self-care to this client?
A) The client's perception of need will change, promoting appropriate and timely health care. B) The client will continue to come to the clinic seeking help until someone helps the client. C) The client will seek affordable insurance by which to gain appropriate health care. D) The client will learn to seek healthcare services from legitimate sources.