A client is being discharged with a prescription for warfarin. Which instruction should the nurse provide this client regarding diet? A.Increase the intake of dark green leafy vegetables while taking warfarin. B.Eat two servings of dark green leafy vegetables daily and continue for 30 days after warfarin therapy is completed. C.Eat approximately the same amount […]

Synthroid 0.3 mg p.o. daily is ordered. You have Synthroid in 150 mcg tablets. Give tablets. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: To determine how many Synthroid tablets to administer, follow these steps: Explanation: Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a medication used to replace thyroid hormone in patients with hypothyroidism. The dosage of Synthroid is commonly expressed

A nurse is performing a psychosocial assessment on an adolescent client.Which of the following should indicate to the nurse a potential risk for suicide? (Select all that apply) A.Recent or impending move B.Sudden decline in school performance C.Death of a parent at a young age D.Low parental expectations. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: When

In individuals who have appendicitis, the pain will typically localize to McBurney’s point.Which quadrant of the abdomen is McBurney’s point found? A.Left lower quadrant. B.Left upper quadrant. C.Right upper quadrant. D.Right lower quadrant. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is D. Right lower quadrant. Explanation: McBurney’s point is a key landmark used

A circle has an area of 64π in2. Which of the following is the circumference of the circle in terms of pi ( π)? A.9 π in B.16 π in C.4 π in D.8 π in The Correct Answer and Explanation is: To find the circumference of a circle given its area, we need to

A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a duodenal ulcer and a new prescription for sucralfate. The client asks the nurse how sucralfate works. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A.“This medication adheres to the ulcer and protects it from gastric acid” B.“This medication neutralizes gastric acid after it

What is the normal value (NV) for sodium in the blood. A.3.5-5 mEq/L. B.9-10.5 mg/dL. C.135-145 mEq/L. D.96-106 mEq/L. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is: C. 135-145 mEq/L Explanation: Sodium is an essential electrolyte in the body, playing a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle function. The

A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is starting therapy with sucralfate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A.Take the medication with an antacid B.Take the medication 1 hr before meals C.Take as needed for pain relief D.Store the medication in the refrigerator

A nurse is providing prenatal teaching to a client who practices a vegan diet and is trying to increase her intake of vitamin B12. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend? A.Fresh citrus fruits. B.Brown rice. C.Raw carrots. D.Fortified soy milk. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is D. Fortified

A primary healthcare provider prescribes 0.02 mg/kg tid glycopyrolate to a child with chronic severe drooling. A nurse finds that the child weighs 44 lb. Upon seeing the drug label, the nurse finds that 5 mL of medication contains 1 mg of drug. What should the nurse do to provide safe medication to the child?