An older patient is prescribed azithromycin (Zithromax) 500 mg on the first day and 250 mg for days 2 through 5. For which drug also prescribed for this patient would you notify the prescriber?
a. Digoxin (Lanoxin)
b. Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
c. Atenolol (Tenormin)
d. Furosemide (Lasix)
ANS: A
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a. give the medications when ordered. b. recheck the medications. c. never give medications another person has prepared. d. identify each medication as it is given.
A patient, age 45, has worked as a basket weaver for the past 10 years. She is being seen at the clinic for symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. Collection of subjective data might include
a. complaints of burning pain or tingling in the hands. b. edema of the fingers. c. radicular pain. d. complaints of weight loss and fatigue.
The nursing staff perceive the newly hired Chief Nurse Administrator as a leader who is committed to a vision that empowers others. The Chief Nurse Administrator is most likely employing which type of leader?
a. Transformational leader c. Transactional leader b. Charismatic leader d. Autocratic leader
The nurse is caring for an 85-year-old patient with septic shock. What should the nurse keep in mind when repositioning this patient?
a. Change positions slowly. b. Reduce flow rate of oxygen. c. Increase flow rate of IV fluids. d. Place in Trendelenburg position.