A patient began combination antiretroviral therapy 7 months ago and is being followed closely by a care team that includes members of several disciplines
When attempting to determine the efficacy of the patient's current drug regimen, the nurse should prioritize which of the following laboratory data?
A) Viral load
B) CD4 cell count
C) Total leukocyte level
D) Neutrophil level
B
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a. Sodium, potassium, and chloride c. Bicarbonate, chloride, and calcium b. Sodium, chloride, and bicarbonate d. Sodium, potassium, and magnesium
A client was discharged after hospitalization for acute pancreatitis with instructions on the use of analgesics, cautions on the importance of avoiding alcohol and smoking, and recommendations for a low-fat diet
Which outcomes would indicate that the client has implemented the recommendations? Select all that apply. A) The client experiences reduction or elimination of pain. B) The client is free from alterations in nutritional status. C) The client remains free from alterations in fluid balance. D) The client returns to work. E) The client is free from nausea.
Pain associated with a dissecting thoracic aortic aneurysm is commonly described as:
A. Retrosternal crushing and squeezing B. Chest stabbing and sharp C. Ripping and tearing in the chest or thoracic back D. Worse with inspiration
The nurse prepares teaching for a client recovering from metabolic surgery. The nurse should encourage the client to continue to take vitamin and mineral supplements to avoid the development of which health problems?
a. Diabetes, weight gain, and vitamin D deficiency b. Hypertension, dementia, and vitamin C deficiency c. Low levels of iron, hyperlipidemia, and vitamin A deficiency d. Anemia, metabolic bone disease, and vitamin B12 deficiency