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The provider has ordered TED hose be applied to the client. The nurse understands which of the following regarding TED hose application?

Why is the client’s use of complementary alternative medicine (CAM) supplements important to assess when gathering a health history?

A patient is given chlordiazepoxide for an anxiety disorder. When would the patient be at the highest risk for drug overdose?

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for escitalopram (Lexapro) for treatment of generalized anxiety disorder. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?

The nurse is taking care of a post-operative surgical client with a pain rating of 9/10, respiratory rate of 40 per minute, and pulse ox of 86% on room air. What should the nurse do first?

A 32-year-old patient is diagnosed with a parasitic infection and prescribed an anthelmintic medication. During the patient’s discharge teaching, the nurse is responsible for coordinating a comprehensive care plan that includes medication adherence, symptom monitoring, and prevention of reinfection. Evaluate the following actions as part of the nurse’s care plan for this patient. Select “Appropriate” or “Inappropriate” for each action.

A patient has had blood pressures of 150/95 mm Hg and 148/90 mm Hg on two separate office visits. The patient reports a blood pressure of 145/92 mm Hg taken in an ambulatory setting. The patient’s diagnostic tests are all normal. The nurse will expect this patient’s provider to order:

Identify the correct technique for providing hygiene.

When communicating with older adults, what factors are most important for the nurse to recognize? Select all that apply.

A 50-year-old male patient reports decreased libido and testicular atrophy and has been prescribed testosterone (Androderm). Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the treatment plan?