The nurse is providing teaching to a patient being started on raloxifene (Evista). The nurse includes information on the potential risk for which problems? (Select all that apply.)
a. Estrogen receptorpositive breast cancer
b. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
c. Hip fractures
d. Pulmonary embolus
e. Cardiovascular disease
Question 2
An adult female says, I don't need contraceptives, because my cycles are as regular as clockwork. I know when I should abstain from intercourse, because I do not want to get preg-nant. Select the nurse's best response.
a. You are fortunate that your cycles are so regular. Most women are unable to rely on this approach to contraception.
b. You are still at risk for getting a sexually transmitted disease. Let's discuss con-traceptive options that will prevent disease.
c. Many factors can change the menstrual cycle. You're fortunate to have regular cycles, but an additional method of contraception should be used to prevent pregnancy.
d. You have described the rhythm method of contraception. Women have used that method successfully for thousands of years.
A, A nurse is adding a medication to an IV line as a piggyback
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
A hearing-impaired patient using an interpreter.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Toxoplasma gondii in the heart of an HIV patient.
Nurse measuring the recumbent height of a toddler