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A client receiving levodopa-carbidopa develops nausea and hypotension. What is the nurse’s priority interpretation?

A client receiving calcium supplements also takes iron. What should the nurse teach?

A client is exposed to organophosphate insecticide poisoning, resulting in excessive acetylcholine activity. The client is treated with atropine. What is the purpose of this medication?

A client taking canagliflozin reports increased urination and dizziness when standing. What is the nurse’s priority interpretation?

A client stopped taking antiseizure medication due to side effects. What is the nurse’s priority concern?

A client with hyperthyroidism is prescribed propranolol. What is the primary reason for this medication?

A postoperative client receiving IV morphine is difficult to arouse despite stimulation and has respirations of 8/min with shallow breathing. What is the nurse’s first action?

A client with hyperthyroidism taking propylthiouracil reports feeling better overall but now complains of a sore throat and fever for 2 days. Which finding requires immediate follow-up?

A client develops postoperative urinary retention following anesthesia and is prescribed bethanechol. Which assessment finding best indicates the medication is effective?

A client with type 2 diabetes underwent a CT scan with contrast earlier in the day. The nurse reviews labs showing a rise in creatinine from 0.9 to 2.1 mg/dL. The client is prescribed metformin. Which action should the nurse take?