A nurse provides instructions to a client about the use of an electric heating pad. The nurse determines that the client needs further instruction if the client makes which statement?
A. "I shouldn't lie on the pad."
B. "I'll avoid using the high setting."
C. "I can pin the pad around the affected area."
D. "I'll need to keep an eye on my skin for redness."
Ans: C. "I can pin the pad around the affected area."
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1. Verify the patient's level of consciousness. 2. Attempt to reorient the patient. 3. Protect the patient from injury by bed rails or equipment. 4. Hydrate the patient.
The nurse is preparing to administer the synthetic hormone levothyroxine. The nurse understands that to best facilitate absorption, the drug should be administered: Select all that apply
1. On an empty stomach. 2. At least 4 hours before taking antacids. 3. With supplemental calcium. 4. With meals. 5. During the evening hours.
Monitoring for a patient who is using androgens includes evaluation of:
1. Complete blood count and C-reactive protein levels 2. Lipid levels and liver function tests 3. Serum potassium and magnesium levels 4. Urine protein and potassium levels
The patient is receiving lithium (Eskalith) and asks the nurse why he has to have blood drawn so often. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "To detect side effects before they become a problem." 2. "To be sure the medication is working properly." 3. "To determine if your body is responding as it should." 4. "To be sure you have the correct amount of medication in your system."