A patient who has been taking lovastatin (Mevacor) has seen an improvement in his cholesterol laboratory values; however, the low-density lipoprotein remains elevated. What medication will be added to the medical regime?
A) Digoxin (Lanoxin)
B) Vitamin D
C) Cholestyramine (Questran)
D) Calcium carbonate
C
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The nurse knows that certain personality factors have been shown to buffer the impact of stress. These factors are: (Select all that apply.)
a. resilience. b. sense of coherence. c. gender. d. hardiness. e. coping style.
When considering the benefits for the recipients, which is more beneficial: Medicaid or private insurance?
a. Private insurance, because it is accepted by all providers, whereas Medicaid is not b. Private insurance, because it gives its beneficiaries more benefits than Medicaid gives c. Medicaid, because it includes early and periodic screening, diagnosis, and treatment services d. Medicaid, because it is available for all children
A client is aware that her pregnancy is complicated because the fetus has genetic abnormalities. The nurse would avoid which statement when discussing preparation for the baby's birth?
1. "You may wish to consider delivering your baby in a high-risk perinatal unit." 2. "Babies have been born for millions of years and we will get yours here safely, too." 3. "Let's talk about your plans for parenting your baby." 4. "Are you prepared for your baby to be transferred to a higher-level facility if necessary?"
A nurse is caring for a patient who is exhibiting signs of an adverse reaction to warfarin (Coumadin). Which statements made by the patient would lead the nurse to suspect that this is the case?
1. "I'm from the South, and we have buttermilk almost every meal." 2. "I was suffering so much from hot flashes until my friend told me to try an herb called St. John's wort. I don't seem to have as many symptoms as before." 3. "My husband makes me put garlic in everything! He heard it helps keep our blood pressure normal." 4. "I heard ginkgo was really good for improving memory so I started taking it a couple of months ago." 5. "I was having difficulty sleeping a couple months ago, and my neighbor recommended I try kava. It seems to calm my nerves."