The nurse is reviewing the medication schedule for an older adult patient who needs medication for hypertension. The patient lives alone, but is able to manage self-care. What frequency of drug therapy does the nurse advocate for this patient?
a. Once a day
b. Two times a day
c. Three times a day
d. Four times a day
Answer: a. Once a day
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a. 5 hours. b. 10 hours. c. 24 hours. d. 72 hours.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A patient with hypovolemic shock is experiencing oliguria due to hemorrhage. Which should the nurse recognize as the most likely cause of the patient's oliguria?
a. End-stage renal failure b. Secretion of aldosterone c. Inadequate oral fluid intake d. Obstructed urinary catheter