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Jkov05

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The client with chronic glaucoma is being started on medication therapy with acetazolamide (Diamox). The nurse teaches the client that which of the following symptoms can occur early in the use of this medication?
 
  1. Diuresis
  2. Fatigue
  3. Headache
  4. Loss of libido

Question 2

The nurse is assigned to care for a chemically dependent client who has the potential for violent episodes. In planning to care for the client, which of the following actions is the priority? The nurse:
 
  1. Speaks slowly to the client
  2. Moves slowly when approaching the client
  3. Bargains with the client to prevent the violent episodes
  4. Projects an attitude of calmness when caring for the client



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Rationale: Diuresis is an early side effect of acetazolamide that usually subsides with continued treatment. This is because the medication is also a weak diuretic, although it is no longer prescribed for that purpose. Fatigue, headache, and loss of libido are common side effects of therapy, but these may not subside spontaneously.

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Rationale: If a client has the potential for episodes of violence, the nurse would avoid bargaining or making promises to the client. Additionally, the nurse should not judge or criticize the client. Speaks slowly to the client and Moves slowly when approaching the client identify appro-priate nursing actions in the care of the client who has the potential for violence; however, pro-jects an attitude of calmness when caring for the client is the priority and encompasses speaks slowly to the client and moves slowly when approaching the client.




Jkov05

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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