A patient has informed the nurse that he has begun supplementing his medication regimen with a series of herbal remedies recommended by his sister-in-law.
Which of the following is the most important nursing responsibility regarding herbal supplements? A) Research for potential interactions with medications.
B) Instruct the patient to discontinue them if taking prescription medications.
C) Instruct the patient to take the supplements 1 hour before prescription medications.
D) Instruct the patient to take the supplements 3 hours after prescription medications.
Question 2
A patient has been administered nesiritide (Natrecor) to manage symptoms of acute heart failure. How does the drug act?
A) Nesiritide (Natrecor) exhibits mild inotropic action and decreased platelet aggregation.
B) Nesiritide (Natrecor) compensates for cardiac deterioration by reducing preload and afterload.
C) Nesiritide (Natrecor) corrects hyperthyroidism by inhibiting synthesis of the thyroid hormone.
D) Nesiritide (Natrecor) increases the concentration of acetylcholine to potentiate the action of ACE.
Sharing patient information with colleagues is an important nursing role
Building competency in patient centered care
Positioning the Patient in the Prone Position
Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is Frightened, Angry, or Anxious
Patient Physical Status Classification
Informed Voluntary Consent