A patient being treated with beta blockers telephones the nurse to describe new shortness of breath and edema. Select the nurse's best response
a. "These are common effects of these drugs. Restrict your fluid intake for a few days."
b. "You need to come in for further evaluation. These could be signs of early heart failure."
c. "Stop taking the medication today, and call in 5 days if you do not feel better."
d. "Try delaying the dose until bedtime and see if your symptoms improve."
b
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On which activities would the nurse focus at this point? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Deciding on the skill mix necessary for direct client care 2. Selling the new system to the current emergency department staff 3. Comparing the actual results of the new system to the projected results 4. Telling staff what to do 5. Coaching the staff through the implementation of a new schedule
In understanding thyroid function, the nurse knows which of the following statements is true?
a. T3 is partially converted to T4 in the body. b. T4 has a longer duration of action than T3. c. T4 has four times the potency of T3. d. TSH is secreted by the thyroid gland.
Tinnitus is:
a. Dizziness b. A ringing, roaring, hissing, or buzzing in the ears or head c. A sign language d. Hearing loss
Long-term care facilities provide care for individuals at home
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.