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A client has been taking propylthiouracil (PTU) for several weeks. Which client statements would the nurse interpret as indicating that the drug is having its desired effects? Select all that apply.

Why would an infant with colic (uncontrollable crying of a healthy infant) be suffering from respiratory alkalosis?

A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 500 mg PO every 12 hr. The amount available is amoxicillin 250 mg/5 mL suspension. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number/tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) ____ mL

A nurse is preparing to administer penicillin IM to an adult client. Which of the following angles should the nurse use for injection into the client’s ventrogluteal muscle?

Patient A: A child presents with a mild, pinkish-red rash that has lasted about three days, along with low-grade fever and mild lymph node swelling. This condition is preventable with the MMR vaccine.   Patient B: A patient reports a high fever, cough, runny nose, and a red rash that began on the face and scalp and spread downward to the trunk and extremities. Laboratory findings suggest temporary suppression of T-cell–mediated immunity, and the source of infection is unclear.   Patient C: An adult presents with a painful, localized skin lesion that has developed a dark, area of diseased center, along with surrounding swelling and mild fever. Which combination of diseases best fits these patients?

A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a client who is experiencing arrest of labor. Which of the following medications’ primary action is to increase uterine contractions and assist with the progression of labor?

Any substance that increases urine production is called a(n):

A patient receives NPH and regular insulin every morning. The nurse is verifying that the patient understands that there are two different peak times to be aware of for this insulin regimen. Why is this an important concept for the nurse to stress?  

A nurse is discussing contraceptive options with a client. Which of the following hormones are commonly found in hormonal contraceptives to prevent pregnancy?