A female patient is taking hormonal contraceptives to prevent pregnancy. She visits the gynecology clinic and is noted with a blood pressure of 176/102 . The patient is started on enalapril mesylate 10 mg
What other patient teaching should be provided based on her current medical regimen?
A) Instruct on a no-salt diet.
B) Instruct to discontinue the contraceptives.
C) Instruct on the use of relaxation to decrease stress.
D) Instruct on all aspects of the enalapril administration.
B
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The student learns that which of the following is the best definition of culture?
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A young client died following a cardiac arrest. The nurse caring for the client and the family notes that some members of the family refuse to accept that the client has died. What stage of grief is the family experiencing?
A) Shock and disbelief B) Developing awareness C) Restitution period D) Idealization