A client with schizophrenia has recently begun a new medication, clozapine (Clozaril). Blood tests demonstrating a potentially fatal side effect of this medication would reveal:
A) WBC count >3500 mm3 and absolute neutrophil count (ANC) >2000 mm3.
B) WBC count <3500 mm3 and ANC >2000 mm3.
C) WBC count >3500 mm3 and ANC <2000 mm3.
D) WBC count <3500 mm3 and ANC <2000 mm3.
D
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A. Abdominal pain B. Chest pain C. Headaches D. Eye pain E. Sore muscles
The client is admitted to rule out a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Which assessment finding best indicates to the nurse that an older adult client has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
1. Pitting edema bilaterally 2. Difficulty with walking 3. Severe bone pain in the lower back 4. Diffuse lymph node enlargement
Three servings of milk, yogurt, or cheese plus two servings of meat, poultry, or fish will adequately supply the recommended amount of protein for the pregnant woman
Many patients are concerned about the increased levels of mercury in fish and may be afraid to include this source of nutrients in their diet. Sound advice by the nurse to assist the pa-tient in determining which fish is safe to consume would include: a. Canned white tuna is a preferred choice. b. Avoid shark, swordfish, and mackerel. c. Fish caught in local waterways are the safest. d. Salmon and shrimp contain high levels of mercury.
Whose responsibility is it to schedule staff?
a. Staff members themselves c. Nurse manager b. Nursing scheduling office d. Director of Nursing