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A 66-year-old client with a history of coronary artery disease is prescribed sildenafil for erectile dysfunction. During medication reconciliation, the nurse reviews the client’s current medication list to identify potential drug interactions. Which current medication places the client at the highest risk for a life-threatening complication if taken with sildenafil?

Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, Carlos should ________.      

Pregnant adolescents require early intervention and special care throughout pregnancy

A nurse is reviewing the health history of several clients who are prescribed clomiphene for ovulation induction. The nurse evaluates which client condition requires questioning the prescription before administration. Which client history should the nurse identify as a contraindication to clomiphene therapy?

A client is prescribed temazepam for the treatment of insomnia. The nurse reinforces medication teaching regarding the expected duration of therapy and safe use of this medication. Which instruction should the nurse include regarding the appropriate use of temazepam?

In the United States, milk and juice often go through a process called ________. In this process, heat is used to kill pathogens and spoilage organisms in liquid food items.      

Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns before an athletic event to reduce muscle glycogen stores.

Which of the following is not a nonmodifiable Risk Factors for CVD?

Javier is a healthy 55-year-old man. According to recommendations of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Javier should engage in at least ________ minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week.

A food-borne illness is a sickness caused by pathogens or their toxins in food.