A dying person asks the nurse whether they are dying. Of the following, the most helpful response would be:

A nurse is teaching a patient who will be discharged on alendronate (Fosamax) about the medication. Which should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.) Drink plenty of water throughout the day because this medication can cause kidney stones. Remain upright for 30 minutes following ingestion. Take the medication on an empty stomach. Take this medication with orange juice to increase absorption.  

The nurse is teaching a patient with cirrhosis about lactulose therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates that the teaching has been effective?

Which statement about back pain is NOT TRUE?

A patient in the emergency department who reports lethargy, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss over the past weeks is diagnosed with Addisonian crisis (acute adrenal insufficiency). Which drug(s) does the nurse expect to administer to this patient?

A nurse is caring for a patient about to begin insulin glargine therapy. The nurse should identify the need for additional precautions because the patient also takes which of the following types of medications?

A patient with chronic pancreatitis is being discharged to home. What should the nurse teach the patient to do to monitor the effectiveness of pancreatic enzyme replacement?

Which laboratory results should the nurse anticipate in the patient diagnosed with a syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)? (Select all that apply.) Hyponatremia Hypernatremia Increased serum osmolarity Decreased serum osmolarity

A patient with Parkinson’s disease has decreased facial expressions when talking and difficulty initiating movements like getting up out of a chair. The nurse documents this as:

Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding the drug Metformin? The principal side effects of metformin are gastrointestinal intolerance due to bloating, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. Metformin should be stopped before and 48 hours after a CT scan that involves IV contrast. Metformin is widely recognized as the most effective and safe initial treatment option for managing blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.