An older patient is diagnosed with a large peptic ulcer. Which information will the nurse use from the patient's history to help identify the cause for this ulcer? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Allergy to penicillin
2. History of cataract surgery several months ago
3. Taking prescribed medication for hypertension
4. Taking ibuprofen (Motrin) for chronic bursitis pain
5. Prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) for chronic atrial fibrillation
Question 2
A nurse interviews an older nondiabetic client during an appointment for a yearly physical examination. Which of the statements made by the client are most suggestive of a possible diagnosis of diabetes?
A) I feel a bit tired by midafternoon and take a 30-minute nap most days.
B) I've been experiencing blurred vision frequently during the past month.
C) I sometimes have muscle aches in my upper legs at night.
D) I'm slightly winded when I walk up a flight of stairs but it passes quickly.
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
The patient is undergoing an allergy skin test by receiving subdermal inoculations of allergens. Inf
For ice massage, ice is frozen in a cylindrical container or a paper cup (A). The top half of the cu
Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is Frightened, Angry, or Anxious
Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly
Patient Physical Status Classification