A client has been given a diagnosis of multiple myeloma. Which result does the nurse reviewing the client's laboratory findings recognize as being specifically related to this diagnosis?
A. Increased calcium level
B. Decreased blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
C. Increased white blood cell (WBC) count
D. Decreased number of plasma cells in the bone marrow
Ans: A. Increased calcium level
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How would a nurse ensure that the medication order is accurate?
a. By checking the medication record with the Kardex file b. By comparing the physician's order with the medication history c. By comparing the physician's order to the chief complaint d. By checking the medication record with the original physician's order
Procainamide was prescribed for a patient who has ventricular tachycardia. Which adverse actions of this medication should the nurse explain to the patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Anorexia b. Hypotension c. Flushness in the face d. Cool hands e. Headache
An elderly client's skin has become dry and flaked. Which of the following is the cause of this condition?
A) Reduction in sebum production C) Reduction in melanin production B) Reduction in the elasticity of the skin D) Reduction in estrogen production
A nurse is taking a history on a clinic patient who reports being constipated
Upon further questioning, the nurse learns that the patient's last stool was 4 days ago, that it was of normal, soft consistency, and the patient defecated without straining. The patient's abdomen is not distended, and bowel sounds are present. The patient reports usually having a stool every 1 to 2 days. What will the nurse do? a. Ask about recent food and fluid intake. b. Discuss the use of polyethylene glycol (MiraLax). c. Recommend a bulk laxative. d. Suggest using a bisacodyl (Dulcolax) suppository.