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A client is taking Ritonavir, a protease inhibitor, to treat HIV infection. The nurse should monitor for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?
- A. Increased TSH level
- B. Decreased ALT level
- C. Hypoglycemia
- D. Hyperlipidemia
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
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A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has asthma and new prescriptions for cromolyn and albuterol, both by nebulizer. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
- A. If my breathing begins to feel tight, I will use the cromolyn immediately.
- B. I will be sure to take the albuterol before taking the cromolyn.
- C. I will use both medications immediately after exercising.
- D. I will administer the medications 10 minutes apart.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
A healthcare professional is educating a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements should the healthcare professional include?
- A. Avoid foods high in vitamin K.
- B. Report any signs of bleeding to your healthcare provider.
- C. Use a soft toothbrush to prevent gum bleeding.
- D. Use an electric razor to prevent cuts.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
A client has a new prescription for Filgrastim to treat neutropenia. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
- A. This medication will help increase your white blood cell count.
- B. This medication will help reduce your risk of infection.
- C. This medication will help improve your red blood cell count.
- D. This medication will help increase your platelet count.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Filgrastim is a medication used to stimulate the production of white blood cells, specifically neutrophils, to increase the white blood cell count. This increase in white blood cells helps reduce the risk of infections in clients with neutropenia, a condition characterized by low levels of neutrophils.
A client has a new prescription for Clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
- A. Monitor for signs of bleeding.
- B. Avoid taking the medication with food.
- C. Expect to have increased urination.
- D. Take the medication with an antacid.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that increases the risk of bleeding. The client should monitor for any signs of bleeding, such as easy bruising, prolonged bleeding from cuts, blood in urine or stool, and report them promptly to their healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.
A client is being discharged with a new prescription for furosemide 40 mg PO daily. Which of the following instructions should be included?
- A. Avoid foods rich in potassium.
- B. Take the medication with food.
- C. Weigh yourself daily.
- D. Stand up slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients prescribed furosemide are at risk for orthostatic hypotension, a sudden drop in blood pressure when changing positions. Advising the client to stand up slowly can help prevent this complication. Instructing the client to avoid rapid position changes decreases the likelihood of dizziness or fainting episodes.