Propylthiouracil (PTU)
Hyperthyroidism
CNS: drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, vertigo
CV: edema, vasculitis
GI: HEPATOTOXICITY, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of taste
What is emphysema?
destruction of alveolar wall and of the pulmonary capillary bed leading to decreased
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PN 140 Final Exam NCLEX Practice
Questions and Answers 2024/2025
A nurse is caring for a client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The client begins to cry
and tells the nurse that she is afraid that her skin will be disfigured with lesions. Which
intervention does the nurse plan to teach this client to minimize skin infections associated with
SLE?
Select all that apply.
A) Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or greater.
B) Remain indoors on sunny days.
C) Avoid swimming in a pool or the ocean.
D) Avoid sun exposure between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
E) Decrease sun exposure between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Answer: A, D
The nurse teaches the client to live a normal life with a few extra precautions. There is a
relationship between sun exposure and infection, so the client is taught to use sunscreen with an
SPF of at least 15 and to avoid the sun between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The client may
swim but should reapply sunscreen after swimming. The client does not need to stay indoors on
sunny days or to decrease sun exposure between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
A patient on a medical unit has a potassium level of 6.8 mEq/L. What is the priority action
c. Instruct the patient to avoid high-potassium foods.
d. Call the lab and request a redraw of the lab to verify results.
a. Dysrhythmias may occur with an elevated potassium level and are potentially
lethal. Monitor the rhythm while contacting physician or calling the rapid response
team.
A patient is admitted to the hospital with CKD. You understand that this condition is
characterized by
A. Progressive irreversible destruction of the kidneys
B. A rapid decrease in urinary output with an elevated BUN level
C. Increasing creatinine clearance with a decrease in urinary output
D. Prostration, somnolence, and confusion with coma and imminent death
A. Progressive irreversible destruction of the kidneys
CKD involves progressive, irreversible loss of kidney function.
Measures indicated in the conservative therapy of CKD include
A. decreased fluid intake, carbohydrate intake, and protein intake.
Which statement regarding continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is of highest
priority when teaching a patient new to this procedure?
A. "It is essential that you maintain aseptic technique to prevent peritonitis."
B. "You will be allowed a more liberal protein diet after you complete CAPD."
C. "It is important for you to maintain a daily written record of blood pressure and weight."
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