A 60-year-old male patient is being evaluated for symptoms of **benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)**. He reports difficulty initiating urination and a weak urine stream. Which of the following medications is most commonly prescribed to help relieve these symptoms?
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A nurse is providing education to a patient who has been pre…
A nurse is providing education to a patient who has been prescribed diazepam (Valium) for muscle spasms related to a back injury. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
Was this easy enough to do?
Was this easy enough to do?
A 22-year-old female patient presents with symptoms of chlam…
A 22-year-old female patient presents with symptoms of chlamydia, including vaginal discharge, dysuria, and pelvic discomfort. The healthcare provider prescribes **azithromycin (Zithromax)** for treatment. Which of the following teaching points should the nurse emphasize when educating the patient about this medication?
What is one advantage of using ophthalmic ointment rather th…
What is one advantage of using ophthalmic ointment rather than ophthalmic drops?
When treating patients with topical antibiotic otic drugs, i…
When treating patients with topical antibiotic otic drugs, it is important to _____.
This benzodiazepam is used as an antianxiety drug for dogs w…
This benzodiazepam is used as an antianxiety drug for dogs with noise phobias.
Which of the following is true about Carprofen?
Which of the following is true about Carprofen?
Which of the following may be a side effect of NSAID use?
Which of the following may be a side effect of NSAID use?
A nurse is caring for a patient who has been admitted with a…
A nurse is caring for a patient who has been admitted with a suspected stroke. The healthcare provider orders a CT scan to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. In preparing the patient for the CT scan, which of the following actions is the nurse’s top priority?