The abnormal accumulation of fluid, or edema, in the legs and lungs is a common sign of ________.
What will be an ideal response?
congestive heart failure; CHF
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Discharge planning is an integral part of community-health nursing and home health. Which of the following is prioritized in the discharge-planning process?
A) Identifying the patient's specific needs B) Making a social services referral C) Getting physical therapy involved in care D) Notifying the pharmacy of the discharge date
A 28-year-old woman is diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Select the discharge instructions by the nurse that best help prevent exacerbation of the disease
a. Avoid using birth control pills and stay out of the bright sun. b. Make sure to take your penicillin and sulfa antibiotics as prescribed. c. Avoid foods that are high in potassium and protein. d. Once you go into remission, you can stop taking your prednisone.
The nurse provides teaching for a patient who has a ventricular dysrhythmia who is prescribed acebutolol (Spectral) 200 mg twice daily. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "Diuretics may decrease the effectiveness of this drug." b. "Dizziness, nausea, and vomiting indicate a severe reaction." c. "I should eat fruits and vegetables to increase potassium intake." d. "I should not stop taking this drug abruptly to avoid palpitations."
Which nursing instruction related to photosensitivity is highest priority for the client receiving a sulfonamide?
a. "Use a high SPF sunblock when out in the sun." b. "Avoid driving during daylight hours." c. "Take vitamin D to prevent photosensitivity." d. "Apply a moisturizer before going outside."