An on-going illness that is slow or gradual in onset and for which there is no known cure is a(n):
A. Terminal illness
B. Physical illness
C. Chronic illness
D. Acute illness
Answer: C. Chronic illness
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a. Frequent eyedrops b. Home humidifier c. Strong moisturizer d. Tear duct plugs
A 76-year-old woman was prescribed SMZ-TMP for a severe UTI and has now returned to the clinic and is being prescribed warfarin because a dysrhythmia. The nurse is concerned the drug combination will result in
A) disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). B) skin flushing. C) mental confusion. D) bleeding.
Select the mechanism of action of the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs).
A. ACEIs lower blood pressure by causing a balanced vasodilation of both arteries and veins. B. ACEIs inhibit the formation of angiotensin II and decrease the release of aldosterone and antidiuretic hormone. C. ACEIs inhibit inactivation of bradykinin, which produces vasodilation. D. All of these are correct.
A female is experiencing eyelid redness and edema. What would be appropriate for the nurse to include in the assessment of this patient?
A. Ask if swimming in a public pool has recently occurred. B. Ask the patient if legs are routinely shaved. C. Ask if eye makeup is thoroughly removed. D. Ask if facial soap has recently been changed.