This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The nurse is caring for a client receiving Epogen for chemotherapy-induced anemia. The nurse should: ... (Read 59 times)

kwoodring

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 560
on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse is caring for a client receiving Epogen for chemotherapy-induced anemia. The nurse should:
 
  a. monitor the client for hypertension.
  b. place the client on strict bedrest.
  c. position supine during Epogen administration.
  d. monitor hourly intake and output.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of gastrectomy for gastric cancer. The nurse should:
 
  a. monitor the client's blood pressure
  b. monitor for vitamin B12 deficiency
  c. monitor for iron-deficiency anemia
  d. monitor for the prolonged use of antacids


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Animal_Goddess

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 339
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Epogen can cause hypertension and is contraindicated in clients with uncontrolled hypertension.
B Incorrect: This is not necessary for client receiving Epogen.
C Incorrect: This is not necessary for client receiving Epogen.
D Incorrect: This is not necessary for client receiving Epogen.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not specific to history of gastrectomy.
B Correct: This client is at risk for vitamin B12 deficiency.
C Incorrect: This is not specific to history of gastrectomy.
D Incorrect: This is not specific to history of gastrectomy.


kwoodring

  • Member
  • Posts: 560
Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

raenoj

  • Member
  • Posts: 340
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

To prove that stomach ulcers were caused by bacteria and not by stress, a researcher consumed an entire laboratory beaker full of bacterial culture. After this, he did indeed develop stomach ulcers, and won the Nobel Prize for his discovery.

Did you know?

Many supplement containers do not even contain what their labels say. There are many documented reports of products containing much less, or more, that what is listed on their labels. They may also contain undisclosed prescription drugs and even contaminants.

Did you know?

Your skin wrinkles if you stay in the bathtub a long time because the outermost layer of skin (which consists of dead keratin) swells when it absorbs water. It is tightly attached to the skin below it, so it compensates for the increased area by wrinkling. This happens to the hands and feet because they have the thickest layer of dead keratin cells.

Did you know?

In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.

Did you know?

Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.

The nurse can make observations about the patient's general appearance while talking with the p The nurse can make observations about the patient's general appearance while talking with the p
Establishing a caring and trusting relationship helps the client come to terms with a terminal illne Establishing a caring and trusting relationship helps the client come to terms with a terminal illne
Sickle cell anemia. The clinical manifestations of sickle cell anemia result from pathologic changes Sickle cell anemia. The clinical manifestations of sickle cell anemia result from pathologic changes
Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of
(a) The distribution of sickle cell anemia in the Old World. (b) The distribution of malaria overlap (a) The distribution of sickle cell anemia in the Old World. (b) The distribution of malaria overlap
Video: Methods of carbon dioxide transport - carbaminohemoglobin and bicarbonate ions

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library