To evaluate the presence and location of coronary artery disease, the patient may undergo
A) chest radiography.
B) a 12-lead electrocardiogram.
C) an equilibrium radionuclide study.
D) coronary angiography.
D
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The recommended dosage of erythromycin suspension is 20 mg/kg/day in four equally divided doses. The child weighs 44 lb. How many milligrams are needed for each individual dose? _______________
a. 5 mg b. 50 mg c. 100 mg d. 400 mg
The nurse would consider referring a hypertensive client for step-down therapy when the blood pressure has been effectively controlled for at least
a. 3 months. b. 6 months. c. 1 year. d. 2 years.
The nurse emphasizes that nutrition therapy is the basis of treatment for all diabetics in the nutrition class. Which of the following nutrition recommendations for diabetics is true?
A) Together, total carbohydrate and monounsaturated fat should provide less than 50% of total calories. B) Glycemic control is dependent on matching carbohydrate intake with the action of insulin or other medication. C) Natural sources of fructose (fruits, vegetables) should be restricted. D) Gram for gram, sucrose cannot replace starch without causing a deleterious effect on glucose levels.
The best method to prevent a hypoglycemic episode in a diabetic school child is to:
1. Provide three large meals daily but avoid snacks. 2. Send candy bars to school with the student in case hypoglycemia symptoms occur. 3. Provide snacks during the day and prior to exercise. 4. Avoid extra calories and closely maintain the prescribed diet plan.