A recently licensed nurse has been hired by a long-term care facility. During orientation, the nurse remarks to her preceptor about the number of residents who have halitosis
What is the likely underlying cause of the condition? Select all that apply.
A) The number of medications being administered
B) The limited amount of fluid intake
C) Limited attention to hygiene caused by problems with manual dexterity
D) Stomach disorders
A, B, C
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A teenager has acne that requires treatment. The physician does not want to use retinoids because of the adverse effects. Which of the following medication regimens will likely be most effective?
A) Topical azelaic acid B) Topical benzoyl peroxide C) Topical clindamycin D) Topical clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide
In which of the following locations would a clinician expect to find a ligament?
A) At the attachment points between ribs and the sternum B) Between the radius bone of the arm and the biceps brachii muscle C) Around the capsule that forms the knee joint D) Between the individual plates of the skull
The nurse is providing a psychotropic medication to an older patient. Which adverse effects of this medication might occur with this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Dystonia 2. Akathisia 3. Delusions 4. Tardive dyskinesia 5. Schizophreniform disorder
The primary care NP follows a patient who is being treated for RA with methotrexate. The patient asks the NP why the medication does not seem to alleviate pain. The NP tells the patient that:
a. an immunomodulator may be needed to control pain. b. a higher dose of methotrexate may be needed to achieve pain control. c. if methotrexate does not control pain, an opioid analgesic may be necessary. d. methotrexate is used to slow disease progression and preserve joint function.