NURS3110 - Week 5, 6, 7 (Nutrition Quiz and ATI)

A nurse is providing teaching to a client about using leuprolide to treat endometriosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A. Perform weight-bearing activities. B. Wear sunscreen or protective clothing. C. Take the drug with food to increase absorption. D. Avoid drinking grapefruit juice.

A. Perform weight-bearing activities.

A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and reports feeling shaky and weak. The client's blood glucose is 53 mg/dL. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Give the client IV potassium. B. Provide subcutaneous insulin for the client. C. Administer IV sodium bicarbonate. D. Offer the client 120 mL (4 oz) fruit juice.

D. Offer the client 120 mL (4 oz) fruit juice. (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is caring for a client who received human manopausal gonadotropin (hMG). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Prolactin secretion Estrogen release Follicular maturation Oxytocin secretion

Follicular maturation

Which of the following drugs should a nurse have available for a client who is experiencing insulin toxicity? Naloxone Diphenhydramine Acetylcysteine Glucagon

Glucagon

A nurse is assessing a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a contraindication for this drug? Bacterial skin infections Diabetes insipidus Immunosuppression Recent myocardial infarction

Recent myocardial infarction

A nurse should recognize that a provider will prescribe a lower dose of sitagliptin for a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus and who also has which of the following? Thyroid disease Bronchitis Heart failure Renal impairment

Renal impairment

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking desmopressin. The nurse should make which of the following assessments to evaluate the drug's effectiveness? Peripheral pulses Urine output Skin integrity Blood glucose

Urine output

When talking with a patient who is receiving leuprolide(Lupron) to treat endometriosis, the health care professional should advise the patient to expect which of the following side effects? Vaginal dryness Hypertension Blurred vision Orthostatic hypotension

Vaginal dryness

A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for calcium citrate about manifestations of hypercalcemia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching? Muscle twitching Laryngospasm Paresthesia Vomiting

Vomiting

A nurse is teaching a client about conjugated estrogen and medroxyprogesterone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A. Monitor for rectal bleeding. B. Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages. ​C. Have blood pressure checked regularly. D. Sit up for 30 min after taking the drug.

​C. Have blood pressure checked regularly.

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking pioglitazone to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should monitor for which of the following findings? Joint pain Constipation Weight gain Dilated pupils

Weight gain

A nurse at a provider's office is assessing a client who has been taking hydrocortisone for adrenal insufficiency. The client reports fatigue and feeling overwhelmed by personal responsibilities. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication the provider might need to increase the client's dosage? Hypotension Hyperglycemia Weight gain Fat redistribution

Hypotension

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking propylthiouracil (PTU) and reports weight gain, drowsiness, and depression. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following adverse reactions to the drug? Thyrotoxicosis Hypothyroidism Lactic acidosis Radiation sickness

Hypothyroidism

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for methotrexate. Which of the following drugs would likely be prescribed in conjunction during the initial treatment for rheumatoid arthritis? Aspirin Salicylates Sulfonylureas Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen

Alendronate is contraindicated for administration to clients who have which of the following conditions? Heart failure Fish protein allergy Inability to sit upright Tuberculosis

Inability to sit upright

A nurse should identify that a client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking etanercept is at an increased risk for which of the following adverse effects? Kidney toxicity Infection Gout Deep-vein thrombosis

Infection

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking metformin to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and reports muscle pain. Which of the following adverse reactions should the nurse suspect? Lactic acidosis Anticholinergic effects Extrapyramidal effects Hypophosphatemia

Lactic acidosis

A nurse is teaching a client about self-administering regular insulin. The nurse should instruct the client to rotate injection sites to prevent which of the following? Rapid absorption Intradermal injection Injection pain Lipohypertrophy

Lipohypertrophy

A nurse is teaching a client who has cancer about ways to increase protein and calories in foods. Which of the following actions should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A. Sprinkle cheese on a baked potato. B. Top fruit with yogurt. C. Use peanut butter as a spread on crackers. D. Add water in place of milk in soups. E. Dip chicken in eggs before cooking.

A, B, C, E everything but add water in place of milk (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is teaching a group of clients who have diabetes about meal planning. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding? "I will not eat fruit canned in syrup." "I will avoid having snacks." "I should not eat anything containing sugar." "I will not eat more than 2,800 mg of sodium a day."

"I will not eat fruit canned in syrup." (nutrition quiz)

A nurse administers pramlintide at 0800 to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. At which of the following times should the nurse expect the drug to exert its peak action? 0820 0900 1030 1100

0820

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is taking bethanechol for urinary retention. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A. Avoid driving and activities that require alertness. B. Increase fluid intake. C. Take the drug with food. D. Stay close to a bathroom after taking the drug. E. Increase weight-bearing activities.

A, B, D

A nurse is caring for a client who is about to begin taking propylthiouracil (PTU) to treat hyperthyroidism. The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following adverse effects? (select all that apply) A. Sore throat B. Joint pain C. Insomnia D. Bradycardia E. Rash

A, B, D, E Everything but insomnia.

A health care professional is caring for a patient who is about to begin clomiphene(Clomid) therapy to treat infertility. The health care professional should monitor the patient for which of the following adverse effects? Breast cancer Deep-vein thrombosis Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome Restless leg syndrome

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

A nurse is teaching a client about methotrexate therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following information should the nurse include? (Select all) A. Avoid being near people who are sick with a communicable illness. B. Periodic laboratory tests are required. C. The drug's effects are immediate. D. Report bruising or petechiae. E. Avoid drinking alcohol.

A, B, D, E drug's effects are NOT immediate

A nurse is speaking with a client who is taking glipizide to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and has called to report feeling shaky, hungry, and fatigued. Which of the following actions should the nurse instruct the client to take? Drink 16 oz of water. Perform a fingerstick blood glucose check. Take another glipizide tablet. Lie down and rest.

Perform a fingerstick blood glucose check.

A health care professional is caring for a patient who is about to begin taking cabergoline to treat infertility. The health care professional should explain to the patient the need to monitor which of the following laboratory tests? Potassium Glucose BUN and creatinine Prolactin level

Prolactin level

A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching to a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A. "Use the same portion sizes to exchange carbohydrates." B. "Carbohydrates should comprise 55% of daily claoric intake." C. "Use hydrogenated oils for cooking." D. "You can add table sugar to cereals." E. "Eat something if you choose to drink alcohol."

A, B, D, E everything but hydrogenated oils for cooking (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is teaching a client about calcitonin-salmon intranasal spray to treat osteoporosis. Which of the following information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply) A. Report rash or itching. B. Deliver two sprays to each nostril. C. Prime the pump before the first dose. D. Report nasal irritation. E. Hold the pump horizontally.

A, C, D

A nurse should instruct a client who is taking alendronate to monitor for which of the following adverse effects? A. Jaw pain B. Drowsiness C. Blurred vision D. Tinnitus E. Muscle pain

A, C, E

A nurse is teaching a client about adverse effects of etancercept. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching? A. "I will need to get my blood drawn periodically while on this medication." B. "I may lose part or all of my hair." C. "I may wake up with a very dry mouth." D. "I will leave the needle cap off during the time the medication comes to room temperature."

A. "I will need to get my blood drawn periodically while on this medication."

A nurse is teaching a client about methotrexate therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching? A. "I will take a birth control pill every day." B. "Methotrexate decreases my chances of developing an infection." C. "I take methotrexate every day with breakfast." D. "I will aim to drink five 8-ounce glasses of water per day."

A. "I will take a birth control pill every day."

A nurse is taking with a client who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus type 2 and their caregiver. Which of the following sweeteners should the nurse include as a zero-calorie sweetener option? Select all that apply. Aspartame Sucrose Xylitol Sucralose Mannitol

Aspartame, Sucralose (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for glipizide therapy to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Avoid drinking alcohol. Sit or stand for 30 min after taking the drug. Urinate every 4 hr. Take the drug 2 hr after a meal.

Avoid drinking alcohol.

A nurse is teaching a community program on nutritional guidelines for cancer prevention. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A. Eat foods high in vitamin A. B. Add cruciferous vegetables. C. Use oil high in saturated fat. D. Increase intake of red meats. E. Consume refined grains.

A, B (nutrition quiz)

A health care professional is caring for a patient who is about to begin taking transdermal conjugated estrogen and medroxyprogesterone(CombiPatch) to treat postmenopausal symptoms. The health care professional should explain to the patient that the drug combination includes which of the following therapeutic effects? A. Reduces the risk of ovarian cancer B. Relieves hot flashes C. Prevents osteoporosis D. Reduces the risk of breast cancer E. Reduces the risk of thromboembolism

A, B, C

A nurse is providing teaching to a client about taking fludrocortisone to treat adrenocortical insufficiency. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (select all that apply) A. Obtain weight measurement daily. B. Report weakness or palpitations. C. Have blood pressure checked regularly. D. Eat more iron-rich foods. E. Avoid drinking grapefruit juice.

A, B, C

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is about to begin exenatide therapy to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (select all that apply) A. Inject the drug subcutaneously. B. Expect the peak effect in 2 hr. C. Use the drug as a supplement to an oral hypoglycemic. D. Inject the drug 1 hr after a meal. E. Discard used pens 10 days after the first use.

A, B, C

A primary care provider has prescribed a dinoprostone(Cervidil) vaginal insert to promote cervical ripening in a patient who is at 40 weeks of gestation. When administering dinoprostone, which of the following actions should the health care professional take? A. Encourage the client to urinate prior to insertion. B. Remove the pouch when active labor begins. C. Monitor for uterine hyperstimulation. D. Encourage the client to walk after insertion. E. Monitor the client's temperature.

A, B, C, E don't encourage client to walk after insertion

A nurse is educating the parents of a child who has a new diagnosis of Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and has been prescribed somatropin. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates understanding of the teaching? A. "We will use a different spot for injection each time we give the medication." B. "We'll give the shot in the thigh muscle rather than fatty tissue to decrease injection pain." C. "We'll watch our child for signs of low blood sugar while using somatropin." D. "We should stop the medication if our child loses weight."

A. "We will use a different spot for injection each time we give the medication."

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for etanercept. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Administer a tuberculin skin test prior to starting the medication. B. Teach the client that fevers are common while taking this medication. C. Determine if the client has chronic hypertension. D. Mix the medication with methotrexate prior to administration.

A. Administer a tuberculin skin test prior to starting the medication. Etanercept is contraindicated for administration to clients who have a history of exposure to tuberculosis.

A nurse is providing safety education to a client who is scheduled to begin treatment with tamsulosin for benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Change positions slowly. B. Crush the medication. C. Take the medication on an empty stomach. D. Report increased urinary output immediately.

A. Change positions slowly.

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking alendronate to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis. The nurse should explain to the client that alendronate increases bone mass by which of the following actions? A. Decreases activity of osteoclasts B. Increases calcium excretion C. Promotes intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus D. Reduces action of osteoblasts

A. Decreases activity of osteoclasts

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for etanercept. The nurse should identify that etanercept treats rheumatoid arthritis by which of the following actions? A. Inactivation of tumor necrosis factor B. Inhibition of osteoclast activity C. Decreasing the reuptake of serotonin D. Interference with the production of lymphocytes

A. Inactivation of tumor necrosis factor Etanercept directly binds to the tumor necrosis factor (TNF), preventing the attachment of TNF onto the cell's surface. This prevents the autoimmune response and subsequent inflammation of the joints.

A health care professional is caring for a patient who is about to begin taking finasteride (Proscar) to treat benign prostatic hyperthropy. The health care professional should explain to the patient the need to monitor which of the following laboratory tests? A. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) B. BUN C. Creatine phosphokinase (CPK) D. ALT

A. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA)

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking metformin and is scheduled to undergo angiography using iodine-containing contrast dye. The nurse should identify that an interaction between metformin and the IV contrast dye increases the client's risk for which of the following conditions? Hypokalemia Hyperglycemia Acute renal failure Acute pancreatitis

Acute renal failure

A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for pramlintide therapy to treat type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Mix pramlintide with insulin in the syringe. Administer pramlintide before meals. Take pramlintide once daily at bedtime. Inject pramlintide into the upper arm.

Administer pramlintide before meals.

A nurse is caring for a client who is about to begin taking pioglitazone to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should explain to the client about the need to monitor which of the following laboratory values? (select all that apply) A. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) B. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) C. LDL D. CBC E. Creatinine clearance

B, C

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for transdermal testosterone gel to treat delayed puberty. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.) A. "Apply the gel to the scrotum." B. "Cover the area of application with clothing." C. "Wash your hands after applying the gel." D. "Do not shower for several hours after applying the gel." E. "Apply the gel to the gums above an upper incisor."

B, C, D

A health care professional administers oxybutynin(Ditropan) to a patient to treat neuogenic bladder. Which of the following assessment findings should the health care professional recognize as an adverse effect? A. Diaphoresis B. Dilated pupils C. Dizziness D. Distended bladder E. Fever

B, C, D, E everything but diaphoresis

A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for prednisone and takes 1500 mg/day of calcium carbonate to reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Which of the following information should the nurse include? A. Take the calcium tablets with food. B. Drink 240 mL (8 oz) of water with the calcium tablets. C. Chew calcium tablets before swallowing them. D. Take the drugs 1 hr apart. E. Divide the daily dosage of calcium into three 500-mg doses.

B, C, D, E everything but take calcium tablets with food

A nurse is teaching a client about raloxifene. Which of the following information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.) A. Perform a breast self-examination twice per month. B. Increase physical activity by taking walks. C. Use a contraceptive if there is any possibility of pregnancy. D. Take the drug on an empty stomach. E. Increase intake of calcium and vitamin D.

B, C, E

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for etanercept. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A. "You will inject this medication once a week in your thigh muscle." B. "You should report signs of infection to your provider immediately." C. "You will need to avoid taking ibuprofen while on this medication." D. "You will need to receive a MMR vaccine 1 month after starting this medication."

B. "You should report signs of infection to your provider immediately."

When talking with a patient about taking sildenafil(Viagra) to treat erectile dysfunction, the health care professional should include which of the following instructions? A. Take the drug with a glass of grapefruit juice. B. Do not take the drug with high-fat foods. C. Increase intake of foods rich in vitamin K. D. Avoid aged cheeses and red wine.

B. Do not take the drug with high-fat foods. High-fat foods delay absorption and reduce peak effects of sildenafil. Clients who take the drug should not take it with high-fat foods.

A health care professional is caring for a patient who has benign prostatic hypertrophy and is taking tamsulosin (Flomax). The health care professional should question the use of the following? A. A seizure disorder for which he takes carbamazepine B. Erectile dysfunction for which he takes sildenafil C. Diabetes mellitus for which he takes glyburide D. Angle-closure glaucoma for which he takes pilocarpine

B. Erectile dysfunction for which he takes sildenafil

Which of the following is a therapeutic action of raloxifene? A. Blocks the effects of estrogen on endometrial tissue B. Mimics the effects of estrogen on bone tissue C. Stimulates secretion of parathyroid hormone D. Stimulates menstruation

B. Mimics the effects of estrogen on bone tissue

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has suspected HIV-associated muscle wasting. Which of the following findings supports this diagnosis? A. BMI 26 B. Report of fever for thirty days. C. Report of high alcohol consumption. D. Fecal impaction

B. Report of fever for thirty days.

A nurse is assessing a client who has a new prescription for the combination oral contraceptive ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to use of this medication? A. Drinks a glass of wine each night B. Smokes half a pack of cigarettes a day C. Runs marathons regularly D. Drives a school bus

B. Smokes half a pack of cigarettes a day

A nurse in an oncology clinic is caring for a client who is undergoing treatment for cancer and reports difficulty eating due to inability to taste food. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend? A. Increase foods high in pectin. B. Use plastic utensils to eat. C. Avoid citrus juices. D. Eat foods that are warm.

B. Use plastic utensils to eat. (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is caring for a client who is about to begin insulin glargine therapy. The nurse should identify the need for additional precautions because the client also takes which of the following types of drugs? Oral contraceptives Calcium supplements Beta blockers Iron supplements

Beta blockers

A health care professional is caring for a male patient who has hyperthyroidism that has not responded to treatment. The health care professional should recognize that this thyroid disorder is a contraindication for which of the following genitourinary-system drugs? Sildenafil Bethanechol Tamsulosin Finasteride

Bethanechol

A nurse is teaching a client about methotrexate. The nurse should inform the client to monitor for which of the following as an adverse effect of this drug? Muscle pain Peripheral edema Black, tarry stools Redness in the calf

Black, tarry stools Explanation: Methotrexate can cause gastric intestinal ulceration, which can lead to perforation and bleeding. The client should monitor for blood in stools or emesis and report either to the provider immediately.

A nurse should question the use of conjugated equine estrogen by a client who has a history of which of the following? Osteoporosis Peptic ulcer disease Rheumatoid arthritis Blood clots

Blood clots

A nurse is planning care for a client who has a new prescription for methotrexate. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects? Bone marrow depression Thrombocythemia Double vision Constipation

Bone marrow depression

A nurse is caring for a client who is about to begin taking somatropin. The nurse should explain the need to monitor which of the following laboratory values? (select all that apply) A. Blood amylase B. Creatinine clearance C. Urine calcium D. Blood glucose E. CBC

C, D

A nurse is teaching about self-administering methotrexate to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A. "Use a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug to reduce toxicity." B. "If you miss a dose, go ahead and take it with the next scheduled dose." C. "Drink a minimum of 2 liters of water per day to promote the drug's excretion." D. "Take it in the morning to prevent insomnia."

C. "Drink a minimum of 2 liters of water per day to promote the drug's excretion."

A nurse is teaching a client about raloxigene therapy to prevent osteoporosis. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following indications of an adverse reaction to this drug? A. Loss of hair B. Numbness of the fingertips C. Calf pain D. Blisters on mucous membranes

C. Calf pain

A nurse is teaching a client who is undergoing cancer treatment about interventions to manage stomatitis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching? A. I will try chewing larger pieces of food. B. I will add more citrus foods to my diet. C. I will avoid toasting my bread. D. I will consume more food in the morning.

C. I will avoid toasting my bread. (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is caring for a client who missed a dose of her oral contraceptive. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client? A. Take a pregnancy test. B. Double up on pills for remainder of the pack. C. Take the missed dose as soon as possible. D. Stop the oral contraceptive and use a different contraceptive.

C. Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

A nurse is caring for a client who was diagnosed with postmenopausal osteoporosis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to administering calcitonin-salmon to the client for the first time? A. Check the client's urine for sedimentation. B. Assess the client's liver function. C. Use skin testing to check the client for allergies. D. Evaluate the client's breath sounds.

C. Use skin testing to check the client for allergies.

A nurse is caring for a patient who is about to begin taking finasteride (Proscar) to treat benign prostatic hyperthropy. Which of the following precautions should the nurse plan to take when administering this drug? A. Administer medication while client is sitting or reclining. B. Withhold the medication if the client doesn't eat. C. Wear gloves when handling the tablet. D. Monitor heart rate prior to administration.

C. Wear gloves when handling the tablet.

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for a testosterone transdermal patch. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? A. "I should have pancreatic function tests obtained while taking this drug." B. "I should have my white blood cell count checked annually." C. "I should take off the patch to shower." D. "I should apply the medication to a different site each time."

D. "I should apply the medication to a different site each time."

A health care professional is caring for a patient who is taking combination oral contraceptive ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone(Yasmin) and is about to begin taking rifampin (Rifadin) to treat tuberculosis. Because of a likely drug interaction, the health care professional should tell the patient to A. "Increase the rifampin dose." B. "Increase the oral contraceptive dose." C. "Wait 2 hours between taking each drug." D. "Use additional birth control methods."

D. "Use additional birth control methods."

A nurse is preparing to administer alendronate to a client who has osteoporosis. The nurse should recognize which of the following as an adverse effect of alendronate? A. Venous thromboemboli B. Ventricular dysrhythmias C. Breast cancer D. Joint pain

D. Joint pain

A nurse is assessing a client who has hypoglycemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Fruity breath odor Diaphoresis Polyuria Ketones in urine

Diaphoresis (nutrition quiz)

A nurse is teaching a client about acarbose therapy to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Eat more iron-rich foods. Avoid drinking grapefruit juice. Increase fiber intake. Avoid drinking green tea.

Eat more iron-rich foods.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is about to begin levothyroxine therapy to treat hypothyroidism. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Take levothyroxine with food to increase absorption. Take levothyroxine with an antacid to reduce gastrointestinal effects. Expect life-long therapy with the drug. Carry a carbohydrate snack at all times.

Expect life-long therapy with the drug.

After administering terbutaline (Brethine) to a patient to inhibit preterm labor, the health care professional should assess which of the following? Peripheral pulses Temperature Vision Heart rate

Heart Rate

When considering replacement therapy options for a client who has chronic adrenocortical insufficiency, a nurse should recognize that the provider will choose which of the following drugs? Somatropin Hydrocortisone Glucagon Desmopressin

Hydrocortisone

A nurse should question the use of ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone by a client who has renal disease due to the increased risk of which of the following? Hyperkalemia Hyponatremia Hypoglycemia Respiratory alkalosis

Hyperkalemia

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking etanercept for rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following indications of a serious adverse reaction to the drug? Excessive salivation Increased thirst Blood in the urine Shortness of breath

Shortness of breath

A nurse is teaching a client who is taking rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following indications of an adverse reaction to this drug? Skin rash Tinnitus Diarrhea Dysphagia

Skin rash

A nurse is caring for a client who takes repaglinide 15 to 30 min before each meal to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. The client asks, "If I skip a meal, what should I do?" Which of the following responses should the nurse make? Double the dose before the next meal. Take half the dose. Skip the dose. Take the usual dose.

Skip the dose.

A nurse is caring for a client who is currently taking methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should identify that which of the following is an adverse effect of this medication? Hypertension Thrombocytopenia Glaucoma Edema

Thrombocytopenia

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for conjugated equine estrogen. The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following indications of a serious adverse reaction? Hot flashes Urinary tract infection ​Vaginal bleeding Bone pain

​Vaginal bleeding