The nurse is caring for a patient with restless leg syndrome (RLS). Which symptoms or complications in the psychological domain should the nurse monitor in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
1. Irritability
2. Disruption of bed partner's sleep
3. Inability to concentrate due to discomfort
4. Fragmented sleep
5. Anxiety and mood changes
1. Irritability
3. Inability to concentrate due to discomfort
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The nurse understands what primary rationale for the concurrent use of these two drugs? A) Increased diuretic effect B) Reduced risk of potassium imbalances C) Decreased blood pressure without a risk of bradycardia D) Increased adherence to treatment
During an assessment a client tells the nurse he has pain in the left knee. How should the nurse consider this information?
1. Subjective data 2. Nonrelevant data 3. Objective data 4. Historical data
Vitamin E preparations are used to do what to the skin?
1. Add smoothness 2. Hydrate 3. Lighten 4. Remove marks
The adult client, who has just undergone circumcision, asks why he has been prescribed to take a barbiturate sleeping medication because he does not have any difficulty sleeping. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "The medication prevents spontaneous nighttime erections that can put tension on the incision." B. "This medication ensures that you will sleep deeply enough that you are unlikely to touch the incision site." C. "Your pain will increase when you are in a lying position and you may need the medication to get to sleep." D. "Your prescription is only a precaution. If you have no difficulty sleeping, do not take the medication."