All of the following statements concerning dissociation constant (pKa) are correct except one. Which statement is INCORRECT?
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A nurse is preparing to administer the morning dose of subcu…
A nurse is preparing to administer the morning dose of subcutaneous regular insulin to a diabetic client. The breakfast tray is scheduled to arrive at 0800. What is the most appropriate time to administer the insulin?
While at room temperature, Oraqix is in liquid form in the c…
While at room temperature, Oraqix is in liquid form in the cartridge and will thicken into a gel as it reaches body temperature in the periodontal pocket.
A 66-year-old client presents to the ED with complaints of e…
A 66-year-old client presents to the ED with complaints of excessive urination and altered vision. The nurse notes the smell of acetone on the client’s breath. Which of the following orders will the nurse most likely anticipate to treat this condition?
The nurse administers an inhalation treatment using ipratrop…
The nurse administers an inhalation treatment using ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) to a client. Which of the following will the nurse most likely expect to assess to determine effectiveness of the drug?
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a presc…
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a prescription for lactulose (Kristalose). Following administration, the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
The nurse is providing teaching to a group of clients on die…
The nurse is providing teaching to a group of clients on dietary modifications that are useful in improving blood pressure. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking…
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking omeprazole (Prilosec) for the past 4 weeks. The nurse determines that the medication is effective when the client reports relief from which of the following symptoms?
A client was recently started on amlodipine (Norvasc) for an…
A client was recently started on amlodipine (Norvasc) for angina. The client presents to the clinic for a follow-up visit with complaints of dizziness. Which of the following will the nurse instruct the client to do first?
A nurse is providing client education on heart disease, chol…
A nurse is providing client education on heart disease, cholesterol, and risk factors. The nurse determines that teaching is successful when the client states which of the following? HDL: High-density lipoprotein LDL: Low-density lipoprotein