The beta blocker acebutolol (Sectral) is prescribed for dysrhythmias. The nurse knows that what is the primary purpose of the drug?
a. To increase the beta1 and beta2 receptors in the cardiac tissues
b. To increase the flow of oxygen to the cardiac tissues
c. To block the beta1-adrenergic receptors in the cardiac tissues
d. To block the beta2-adrenergic receptors in the cardiac tissues
Answer: c. To block the beta1-adrenergic receptors in the cardiac tissues
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A client who usually is very active in her therapy group tells the nurse that she really does "not feel well today" and would "rather not attend the group therapy session." Which is the nurse's most appropriate response?
a. "You don't feel like attending the group therapy today?" b. "I will just stay with you for a while." c. "It's okay to skip a session every once in a while." d. "Why don't you want to attend group therapy?"
As PHRs become the established norm, health care providers are aware of issues that can emerge from patient self-disclosure. Which of the following is a key concern associated with the patient-self entered data?
1. Electronic medication refills 2. Automated appointment schedules 3. Data review responsibility 4. Downloading accurate data
After dopamine is administered to a patient who has been experiencing hypotensive episodes, other than an increase in blood pressure, which indicator would the nurse use to evaluate a suc-cessful response?
a. Decrease in pulse and blood pressure b. Increase in urine output c. Weight gain d. Improved gastric motility
The nurse is teaching the client about self-catheterization in the home setting. (Select all that apply.)
A. Wash hands before and after self-catheterization. B. Use a large-lumen catheter for each catheterization. C. Use lubricant on the tip of the catheter prior to insertion. D. Self-catheterize every 12 hours. E. Use sterile gloves for the procedure. F. Cleanse the catheter with soap and water between each use.G. Store the catheter in a clean towel or plastic bag between use.