C121 (C121)

NR 293 A nurse provides education for a client regarding the use of antacids. Which inform NR 293 A nurse provides education for a client regarding the use of antacids. Which information should the nurse plan to include in the client teaching? Select all that apply. a. Antacids prevent the formation of acids. b. Antacids are available over the counter. c. Antacids commonly treat heartburn. d. Antacids neutralize acids to relieve pain. e. Antacids should be taken separate from other medications....

NR 293 A nurse received an order for antiretroviral therapy. For which client is prophylac NR 293 A nurse received an order for antiretroviral therapy. For which client is prophylactic antiretroviral treatment recommended? a. An older adult client exposed to influenza A in the nursing home. b. A young adult exposed to herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2) during sexual activity. c. A nurse exposed to a needle stick injury from an HIV-positive client. d. An immunocompromised client exposed to cytomegalovirus...

NR 293 A nurse working in a medical unit is completing the admission of a client with seve NR 293 A nurse working in a medical unit is completing the admission of a client with severe allergy to penicillin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Remove all objects that contain latex from the client™s room. b. Notify dietary services to adjust the client™s diet. c. Have the client purchase a medication alert bracelet to wear in the hospital. d. Assess the client™s current...

NR 293 A nurse working in a mental health unit is reviewing the medication records for sev NR 293 A nurse working in a mental health unit is reviewing the medication records for several clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Which medication class(es) should the nurse anticipate would likely be prescribed for these clients? Select all that apply. a. Second generation antipsychotics. b. Monoamine oxidase enzyme inhibitors (MAOIs). c. Mood stabilizers. d. Anticonvulsants. e. Tricyclic antidepre...

NR 293 A pregnant nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus NR 293 A pregnant nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Which precaution should the nurse take? a. Limit exposure to the aerosol treatment for a total of 10 minutes per day. b. Wear a mask while in the room during aerosol treatment. c. Stay out of the room during aerosol treatment. d. No special precautions are required.The correct answer is:c. Stay out of the room...

NR 293 A young adult client diagnosed with depression is prescribed fluoxetine. The nurse NR 293 A young adult client diagnosed with depression is prescribed fluoxetine. The nurse conducts a health history of the client.Which assessment finding should be immediately communicated to the health care provider?Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly used to treat depression. However, it can interact with certain medications and conditions, making it important to cond...

NR 293 For each client symptom or health alteration, indicate if it is an indication for u NR 293 For each client symptom or health alteration, indicate if it is an indication for use and/or a side effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) therapy. Note: Items may be both an indication for use and a side effect.‹Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)NSAIDs are a class of drugs widely used in both human and veterinary medicine for their analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti...

NR 293 For each client symptom or health alteration, indicate if it is an indication for u NR 293 For each client symptom or health alteration, indicate if it is an indication for use and/or a side effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) therapy. Note: Items may be both an indication for use and a side effect.‹ Indications and Side Effects of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) TherapyNSAIDs are a class of drugs widely used in both over-the-counter and prescription medi...

NR 293 For each effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) within the body, i NR 293 For each effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) within the body, indicate if the response results from blocking the COX-1 and/or COX-2 enzyme. Each effect may be caused by both enzymes.Effects of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)NSAIDs work by blocking the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are involved in the production of prostaglandins. There are two types of COX en...

NR 293 The nurse is caring for a client receiving amphotericin B. the nurse should monitor NR 293 The nurse is caring for a client receiving amphotericin B. the nurse should monitor for which three priority adverse effects? Select all that apply/ a. Cardiac dysrhythmias. b. Headache. c. GI upset. d. Renal toxicity. e. Parenthesis.Amphotericin B is a potent antifungal medication that can have several adverse effects. The three priority adverse effects that a nurse should monitor for in a client ...