Rasburicase is indicated for:
a. patients with gouty arthritis.
b. the prevention of the development of kidney stones in adults.
c. repletion of uric acid after chemotherapy toxicity.
d. hyperuricemia in children undergoing chemotherapy.
d
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A patient has been administered nesiritide (Natrecor) to manage symptoms of acute heart failure. How does the drug act?
A) Nesiritide (Natrecor) exhibits mild inotropic action and decreased platelet aggregation. B) Nesiritide (Natrecor) compensates for cardiac deterioration by reducing preload and afterload. C) Nesiritide (Natrecor) corrects hyperthyroidism by inhibiting synthesis of the thyroid hormone. D) Nesiritide (Natrecor) increases the concentration of acetylcholine to potentiate the action of ACE.
An older man who paints houses for a living has had a myocardial infarction (MI). Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent adverse health effects from his occupational history?
a. Provide low-cholesterol diet meals. b. Avoid substances that are hepatotoxic. c. Promote coughing and deep breathing. d. Analyze the electrocardiogram's rhythm.
A 75-year-old male patient was admitted to the unit with angina. He was started on nadolol (Corgard). The patient asks why he is taking this medication because he does not have high blood pressure. What is the nurse's best response?
A) "Some beta-blockers have been approved as antianginal agents." B) "This medication will prevent blood pressure problems later on." C) "This drug will prevent you from developing an arrhythmia." D) "This medication will reduce benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) as well as treat heart failure."
The nurse can best communicate to the client that she or he is interested in listening by
a. restating the feeling or thought the client has expressed. b. making a judgment about the client's problem. c. asking a direct question, such as "Did you feel angry?" d. saying "I understand what you're saying.".