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sc00by25

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which is a pathophysiological cause that the nurse recognizes in a client who has hyposmia?
 
  A) increased number of sensory cells
  B) lower thresholds for common odors
  C) injury of the olfactory mucosa
  D) increased neurotransmitters

Question 2

An older patient is prescribed a beta blocker to treat hypertension. What effects will the nurse instruct the patient to report to the healthcare professional? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Fatigue
  2. Dry cough
  3. Dry mouth
  4. Cold extremities
  5. Exercise intolerance


C.mcnichol98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

1,4,5
Rationale: Fatigue is a side effect of a beta blocker.


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