Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for the nurse to recommend to a client to decrease discomfort from hemorrhoids?
a) Decrease fiber in the diet.
b) Take laxatives to promote bowel movements.
c) Use warm sitz baths.
d) Decrease physical activity.
Answer: c) Use warm sitz baths.
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a. Respiratory acidosis b. Metabolic acidosis c. Respiratory alkalosis d. Metabolic alkalosis
A patient who requires vasoactive intravenous medications was just admitted. Which person should the charge nurse ask to measure this patient's vital signs?
1. The licensed practical nurse who has worked on this unit for 5 years 2. The registered nurse who has worked on this unit for 8 months 3. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who was recently transferred to the unit from an acute care environment 4. The nursing assistant who has worked in this unit for 7 years
A client is to receive amphotericin B (Fungizone). The nurse is planning care for the client based on the fact that this medication is administered via which route?
a. Oral b. Intramuscular c. Intravenous d. Subcutaneous
A client has been advised to take a low-dose aspirin daily for prophylaxis of adverse cardiac events. The client states, "I can't take aspirin because it upsets my stomach. Can I take ibuprofen instead?" How should the nurse respond?
1. "Ibuprofen works differently than aspirin." 2. "Ibuprofen is not safe when used with your anticoagulant therapy." 3. "Ibuprofen has no effect on blood coagulation." 4. "Taking ibuprofen will significantly increase your risk of respiratory failure."