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When collecting a throat culture, swab the back and sides of the mouth, the uvula, and tonsils.

A nurse is caring for a patient taking prazosin. What is a therapeutic use for this medication? 

A nurse prepares to administer propranolol to a patient recovering from a myocardial infarction (MI). The patient’s heart rate is 49 beats per minute and the rhythm is regular. What is the best action for the nurse to take?

A nurse prepares to administer propranolol to a patient recovering from a myocardial infarction (MI). The patient’s heart rate is 49 beats per minute and the rhythm is regular. What is the best action for the nurse to take?

A patient is being discharged from the hospital on enalapril for hypertension. A nurse is providing patient education about the medication. Which statement made by the patient demonstrates understanding of this drug?

The nurse prepares to administer metoprolol. What is a priority assessment for the nurse to perform prior to the administration of this drug?  

A patient is being discharged from the hospital on enalapril for hypertension. A nurse is providing patient education about the medication. Which statement made by the patient demonstrates understanding of this drug?

A patient with a history of hypertension is admitted for a procedure. If the patient’s arterial pressure decreases suddenly, which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect to recognize as a result of this drop in blood pressure?

The nurse is caring for a patient who takes lisinopril daily. Which condition would contraindicate the use of lisinopril with a patient?

A nurse is providing care to a 52-year-old patient who has returned for a follow-up visit 3 weeks after starting prazosin (alpha-adrenergic antagonist). The patient is found to have reflex tachycardia. What may the nurse expect for the treatment of this adverse effect?