When discussing the difference between signs/symptoms of a myocardial infarction and angina with a patient. The nurse explains that angina:
A nurse is discussing manifestations of schizophrenia with a…
A nurse is discussing manifestations of schizophrenia with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following should the nurse identify as being effectively treated by first-generation (conventional) antipsychotics? (Select all that apply.)
The nurse is monitoring a client newly diagnosed with diabet…
The nurse is monitoring a client newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for signs of complications. Which sign or symptom, if frequently exhibited in the client, indicates that the client is at risk for chronic complications of diabetes if the blood glucose is not adequately managed?
The nurse has completed diet teaching for a patient who has…
The nurse has completed diet teaching for a patient who has been prescribed a low-sodium diet to treat heart failure. The nurse determines that there is an understanding in teaching when the patient makes which statements? (select all that apply)
The nurse is reviewing a patient’s laboratory report who was…
The nurse is reviewing a patient’s laboratory report who was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, which of the following results would be expected:
The nurse is caring for a patient and notices the patient mo…
The nurse is caring for a patient and notices the patient moving her mouth, protruding her tongue, and grimacing as she watches television. After reviewing the patient’s chart, the nurse recognizes which of the following medications could be causing this:
A patient who has been taking buspirone for 1 month returns…
A patient who has been taking buspirone for 1 month returns to the clinic for a follow-up assessment. The nurse determines that the medication is effective if the absence of which manifestation has occurred?
Phenazopyridine is prescribed for a client for symptomatic r…
Phenazopyridine is prescribed for a client for symptomatic relief of pain resulting from a lower urinary tract infection. Which instruction would the nurse reinforce to the client?
A patient who is 36 hours post–myocardial infarction has amb…
A patient who is 36 hours post–myocardial infarction has ambulated for the first time. The nurse determines that the patient best tolerated the activity if which observation is made?
Which of the following are risk factors for cancer? (Select…
Which of the following are risk factors for cancer? (Select all that apply.)