The nurse is caring for an older patient diagnosed with Paget's disease. What will the nurse most likely assess in this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Tinnitus
2. Gingivitis
3. Muscle aches
4. Deep bone pain
5. Bowing of the tibia
1,3,4,5
Rationale: The clinical manifestations of Paget's disease can include tinnitus caused by thickened bony growths on the interior of the skull that impinge cranial nerves and cause hearing problems.
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A. "Studies have not found human fetal risk, although animal fetuses are harmed by it." B. "There are no associated fetal risks with this drug and it is safe to take in pregnancy." C. "There haven't been any studies of this drug in human fetuses; I wouldn't take it." D. "We have to decide if the benefits of this drug outweigh the risk, as it can harm the fetus."
One way for you, as an LPN, to be empowered would be to: (Select all that apply.)
1. run for political office in your community. 2. volunteer to work extra shifts. 3. join your professional organization. 4. find ways to become involved in LPN issues. 5. always know what to do and never ask questions.
The nurse realizes that the primary focus of nursing is on the:
a. illness. b. cause of the illness. c. treatment of the illness. d. client's response to the illness.
The nurse is working with school-age children who are demonstrating enuresis or encopresis. What is the first step in the treatment of this disorder?
A) Prescribe medication B) Schedule an appointment with a therapist C) Have a complete physical examination D) Structure toileting times