The physician has started a patient on propranolol (Inderal LA), a beta blocker. The nurse knows this drug is used in the treatment of migraine headaches and for which of the following?
1. Angina
2. Hyperlipidemia
3. Bradycardia
4. Bronchospasm
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Propranolol (Inderal LA) is a class II beta blocker used in the treatment of migraine and angina.
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a. Sedation b. Cardiac arrhythmias c. Joint swelling d. Nausea and vomiting
Which of the following would not be part of the nurse's decision about care after evaluating the patient's responses to the plan of care?
A) terminate the plan of care C) continue the plan of care B) modify the plan of care D) begin the plan of care
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A) Marijuana B) Percocet C) Alcohol D) Ecstasy
The nurse is trying to determine if a patient is experiencing manifestations of type 1 or type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which question should the nurse ask the patient to help determine the type?
A. "Have you been drinking more liquids than in the past?" B. "Have you noticed any changes in your vision?" C. "Have you been losing weight despite eating regularly?" D. "Have you been urinating in greater amounts than in the past?"