A patient is preparing to receive treatment with acarbose (Precose). Which condition would con-traindicate use of acarbose?
a. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
b. Narrow-angle glaucoma
c. Asthma
d. Pregnancy
ANS: D
Acarbose is excreted in breast milk and should not be administered to nursing mothers. Acarbose is contraindicated for use in pregnancy.
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A) Keep a record of when the incontinence occurs. B) Perform clean intermittent self-catheterization. C) Perform Kegel exercises four to six times per day. D) Wear a protective undergarment to address this age-related change.
The disease that is on the increase because of the growing obesity population and is associated with coronary artery disease and use of corticosteroids is_______________
ANS:
A nurse is caring for a client who is considered obese. Which of the following best describes this client?
a. An individual with a body mass index (BMI) of 15 b. An individual with a BMI of 20 c. An individual with a BMI of 30 d. An individual with a BMI of 25
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