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mynx

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A nurse is caring for a patient who is diabetic and has been diagnosed with hypertension. An angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, captopril, has been prescribed for her.
 
  Which of the following should the nurse assess before beginning drug therapy?
  A) Serum calcium levels
  B) Serum potassium levels
  C) Blood glucose levels
  D) Serum magnesium levels

Question 2

A 3-year-old boy has developed otitis media and requires antibiotics. In order to increase the chance that the boy will take his prescribed medication, the nurse should
 
  A) teach the boy about the fact that he will feel much better after he takes his medications.
  B) have the mother hold the child firmly and sooth him while the drugs are administered.
  C) offer a choice between liquid and chewable medications, if possible.
  D) insert a central intravenous line.


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alexisweber49

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

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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