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A client has a new prescription for spironolactone (Aldactone). Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse recognize as a reason to withhold the morning dose of the medication and notify the provider? a. Serum sodium 138 mEq/L b. Serum potassium 5.2 mEq/L c. Serum creatinine 1.2 mEq/L d. Serum chloride 106 mEq/L b. Serum potassium 5.2 mEq/L A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed daily doses of both digoxin (Lanoxin) and furosemide (Lasix). The client's potassiu...

Exam 2: NUR 210/ NUR210 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Principles of Pharmacology Exam Review| Questions and Verified Answers| Grade A | Galen Q: If a patient is taking an ace inhibitor and a dry hacking cough is noted the provider can switch the patient what? Answer: ARB Q: If patient is on a thiazide and or cortisone with digoxin they should be prescribed what? Answer: Potassium Supplement Q: What are the side effects and adverse reactions associated with statins? Answer...

Final Exam: NUR163/ NUR 163 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Concepts of Practical Nursing in the Care of Elderly Patients Exam Review| Questions and Verified Answers| Graded A – Hondros Q: Does sleep efficiency increase with age? Answer: No, sleep efficiency decreases, older adults may complain that they do not feel refreshed after sleep. Q: Does the risk for sleep disorders increase with age? Answer: Yes Q: Nocturnal Movement Disorders Answer: Restless leg syn...

Exam 3: NSG223/ NSG 223 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Med Surg 2 Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Herzing Q: What are some dietary recommendations for a patient with cushing's syndrome? Answer: -Increase potassium, calcium and protein. -Restrict fluid and sodium intake. Q: What is acromegaly? Answer: hypersecretion of GH during adulthood Q: What is gigantism? Answer: hypersecretion of GH in children Q: What is contraindicated ...

Midterm Exam: NUR631/ NUR 631 (Latest 2023/2024 Update) Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology Study Guide| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct – GCU Q: hormonal hyperplasia Answer: occurs chiefly in estrogen-dependent organs, such as the uterus and breast (e.g. endometrium growing after fertilization) Q: compensatory hyperplasia Answer: adaptive mechanism that enables certain organs to regenerate Q: hyperkalemia treatment Answer: Treatment - Give diuret...

90. The RN admits a patient with sickle-cell disease in vaso-occlusive crisis. What is the priority nursing intervention for this patient? 1. Maintain adequate hydration. 2. Keep the environment warm. 3. Administer pain medication. 4. Transfuse packed red blood cells. 91. Which data collected by the RN during the health history of an adolescent supports the medical diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma? 1. Frequent nose bleeds. 2. Edema of the face. 3. Pain in the neck. 4. Drenching night ...

*TEST BANK FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 11TH EDITION POTTER PERRY CHAPTER 1-50 |COMPLETE GUIDE A+ QUESTIONS AND WELL EXPLAINED COMPLETE ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED AS CORRECT LATEST UPDATE 2024 A patient has been on bed rest for over 4 days. On assessment, the nurse identifies the following as a sign associated with immobility:* A. Decreased peristalsis B. Decreased heart rate C. Increased blood pressure D. Increased urinary output *Answer: A* Rationale: Immobility disrupts normal metabolic ...

Final Exam: NR228/ NR 228 Nutrition, Health & Wellness Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| Latest 2023/2024| Already Graded A -Chamberlain Q: The nurse is assessing the results of a client's total blood cholesterol. which component of the cholesterol panel aids in reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease? A. Triglycerides, B. low density lipoprotein (LDL), C. High density lipoprotein (HDL) D. Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) Answer: C Q: The nurse educator is discussin...

ATI Nutrition proctored 2019 exam question and answers graded A+2024 LATEST UPDATE 1) A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following foods or beverages should the nurse recommended to minimize heartburn? Orange juice Decaffeinated coffee Peppermint Potatoes - correct ANSWERS-Potatoes 2) A nurse is preparing g to teach a group of clients about vitamins and minerals. The nurse should include in the teac...

Pathology 265 Patho-Renal-GI ATI Detailed Answer Key, Rated A+| 2024. A nurse is teaching a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease about managing his illness. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching? Rationale: The nurse should recommend consuming liquids between meals rather than with meals to help reduce abdominal distention. A. Limit fluid intake not related to meals. Rationale: The nurse should instruct the client to avoid items like mint...