A patient gets a new prescription for Pravigard for treatment of high cholesterol. Because this is a combination drug, the nurse alerts the physician when the patient discloses an allergy to which drug?
a. Sulfa
b. Aspirin
c. Some calcium channel blockers
d. Some diuretics
Answer: a. Sulfa
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The nurse is admitting a child with frostbite. What health care prescription should the nurse question and verify?
a. Massage the injured tissue. b. Apply a loose dressing after rewarming. c. Avoid any application of dry heat to the area. d. Administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) for discomfort.
Which of the following nursing models results in greater continuity of care?
A) Total client care B) Team nursing C) Primary nursing D) Modular nursing
The body of an average adult ranges from ________ to ________ percent water.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The nurse is caring for a patient who is prone to developing constipation. Which action should the nurse take to help this patient?
a. Give the patient a Fleet enema. b. Help the patient develop an exercise routine. c. Instruct the patient to use suppositories once a week. d. Instruct the patient to take an oral laxative every night.