A patient receiving an antacid is experiencing muscle cramps. What should the nurse do to assist this patient?
A. Notify the healthcare provider.
B. Provide reassurance to the patient.
C. Review the patient's elimination patterns.
D. Review the patient's diet history.
Answer: A
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a. Muscle movement b. Reasoning and understanding c. Breathing and heartbeats d. The senses and mobility
A patient with renal failure has orders for Epogen 10,000 units subcutaneous every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; hold if hemoglobin is greater than 11 g/dL. The medication is supplied in 10,000 units per 1-mL vials
How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose? __________ Fill in the blank(s) with correct word