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audie

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A patient expresses fear of nausea and vomiting postoperatively from the anesthesia. Select the nurse's best response.
 
  a. I understand your concerns and fears. I hope your surgeon discussed that problem with you.
  b. Try not to worry. You will be heavily sedated if that occurs, and you will not remember the feelings.
  c. Nausea and vomiting occur much less frequently now, since we use a more balanced approach to anesthesia.
  d. Let both the surgeon and the anesthesiologist know about your fears of this side effect.

Question 2

A patient is being started on nicotinic acid (Niaspan) to reduce triglyceride levels. The nurse is providing patient education and should include which of the following adverse effects? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Facial flushing
  b. Constipation
  c. Hypoglycemia
  d. Gastric upset
  e. Itching


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BUTTHOL369

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

A, D, E
Adverse effects of nicotinic acid include intense flushing of the face, neck, and ears; itching; and GI upset (nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea).
Constipation and hypoglycemia are not adverse effects of niacin therapy.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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