The nurse is teaching a patient about the loss of potassium when taking diuretics. The physician started this patient on spironolactone (Aldactone). Which of the following is a special characteristic of this diuretic?
A. it blocks active transport of sodium and potassium excretion
B. it is used when there is high renal filtration
C. it affects the exchange of sodium and potassium excretion
D. it gives a peak effect in diuretic use
C. it affects the exchange of sodium and potassium excretion
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a. Supervisor support b. Unit staffing and its effect on incident reporting c. Autonomy d. Peer cohesion e. Rewards and recognition
Which assessment finding would alert the nurse to the strong possibility that the client may provide an inadequate supply of milk to the baby?
a. Baby weighs 10 pounds 4 ounces. b. There is a history of breast-reduction surgery. c. Mom is more than 40 years of age. d. Mom prefers skim to whole milk.
The nurse is planning to meet the spiritual needs of a 6-year-old child who is hospitalized. Which child behavior should the nurse encourage to provide security to the child who is in a strange environment?
A) Saying bedtime prayers B) Hanging a religious picture over the bed C) Giving the child a Bible to keep at the bedside D) Asking the hospital chaplain to visit with the child
What would be an appropriate statement regarding sexuality for a married couple upon their admission to a long-term care facility?
a. "How often do you have intercourse?" b. "Do you have any sexual concerns related to your admission here?" c. "What can we do to keep your sex life active?" d. "Any sexual activity should be done in private."