« previous next »

Author Question: The nurse instructs the client who takes HCTZ daily that he should consume which of the following ... (Read 38 times)

danielfitts88

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 535
on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse instructs the client who takes HCTZ daily that he should consume which of the following foods in his diet?
 
  a. bananas and oranges c. caffeine and chocolate
  b. peanut butter and potatoes d. red beets and green leafy vegetables

Question 2

When caring for the client prescribed hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) and digoxin, the nurse would monitor the client for:
 
  a. hypokalemia c. tachycardia.
  b. peripheral edema. d. hypoglycemia.


leannegxo

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 374
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: These fruits are high in potassium.
B Incorrect: Although potatoes contain potassium, peanut butter mostly is fat.
C Incorrect: These are two caffeine products with no potassium.
D Incorrect: These contain only small amounts of potassium.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Both agents cause diuresis that can lead to hypokalemia, which would increase the risk of digoxin toxicity.
B Incorrect: This is not likely with this drug combination, unless in the presence of heart failure.
C Incorrect: This is not likely with this drug combination. However, dysrhythmias could occur as a result of the hypokalemia.
D Incorrect: This is not likely.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

danielfitts88

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 535
Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


leannegxo

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 374
Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

Did you know?

Giardia is one of the most common intestinal parasites worldwide, and infects up to 20% of the world population, mostly in poorer countries with inadequate sanitation. Infections are most common in children, though chronic Giardia is more common in adults.

Did you know?

Women are 50% to 75% more likely than men to experience an adverse drug reaction.

Did you know?

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.

The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
Testing Visual Fields by Confrontation: The nurse and patient should be approximately at an eye to e Testing Visual Fields by Confrontation: The nurse and patient should be approximately at an eye to e
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
Example of simplified note for one-time client. Example of simplified note for one-time client.
Measuring the client’s height with a platform scale Measuring the client’s height with a platform scale
Video: Neuron Structure Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library