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notis

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The nurse is caring for a patient who has orders for a 17-ketosteroid (17-KS) test. Which preparation is most important for the nurse to make?
 
  a. Keep the patient NPO after midnight the night before the test.
  b. Ensure adequate space for the specimen container is available in the refrigerator.
  c. Withhold the patient's metformin for 24 hours prior to the test.
  d. Request an order for an antacid.

Question 2

The nurse instructs a patient that the pain of angina is due to ischemia of the myocardium. Which factors are causative agents for angina? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Exertion
  b. Emotional excitement
  c. Eating heavy meals
  d. Exposure to cold
  e. Allergic reactions


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The 17-KS test is used to determine the amount of androgen metabolites in the urine and requires a 24-hour urine collection. The urine collection container must be kept chilled, so the nurse should ensure that adequate space is available in the specimen refrigerator. This test does not require the patient to fast. The nurse should consult with the physician and laboratory regarding the patient's medications but should not withhold any without orders. Antacids will not alter the test results.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D
Angina may be caused by exertion, emotional excitement, eating heavy meals, and exposure to cold. Angina is not brought on by allergy.


notis

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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