The negative chronotropic side effect in patients receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) is evidenced by:
A. increased heart rate
B. decreased heart rate
C. decreased conduction
D. increased ectopic beats
B. decreased heart rate
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An overweight 53-year-old patient complains of severe pain in his right big toe. He has never had any problem like this before. Aspiration of the joint reveals uric acid crystals. The doctor will probably order:
1. salicylates. 2. NSAIDs. 3. allopurinol. 4. colchicine.
The nurse is teaching a health promotion class at a senior center. The nurse is confident that the participants have an understanding of the topic when they agree that: Select all that apply
a. "Sunscreen is a necessity whether the sun is shining or not." b. "Drinking plenty of water will help my skin stay healthy." c. "Applying a moisturizer daily is important to preventing dry skin." d. "We need to use an antibacterial soaps when bathing to minimize bacteria on the skin." e. "Our skin becomes more fragile with age and can be easily damaged."
The nurse is teaching older adults about the risks for musculoskeletal trauma. Which strategies should the nurse include? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Avoid falls at home by not using throw rugs. 2. Maintain good nutrition. 3. Be screened for osteoporosis. 4. Avoid crowds. 5. Use assistive devices as necessary.
Four hours after his admission to your floor, you note that T.A. has had a total urinary output of 75 mL of dark amber urine. Why are you concerned?
What will be an ideal response?