A nurse is caring for a client who has a sulfa allergy. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider?

Celecoxib

Atorvastatin

Prednisone

Digoxin

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cross-react with sulfa and should be avoided in clients with a sulfa allergy. Atorvastatin, prednisone, and digoxin do not contain sulfa and are safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.

Choice B: Atorvastatin does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.

Choice C: Prednisone does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.

Choice D: Digoxin does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Applying an estrogen vaginal cream daily is not a risk factor for osteoporosis. In fact, estrogen can help maintain bone density.

Choice B rationale: Including canned sardines in the diet provides calcium and vitamin D, which are beneficial for bone health.

Choice C rationale: Walking 30 minutes per day is a weight-bearing exercise that helps maintain bone density and is beneficial for preventing osteoporosis.

Choice D rationale: Using a beclomethasone inhaler (a corticosteroid) can be a risk factor for osteoporosis, especially if used long-term, as corticosteroids can lead to bone loss.

A. Metabolic acidosis B. Respiratory acidosis C. Respiratory alkalosis D. Metabolic alkalosis

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

This ABG result indicates that the client has an excess of carbon dioxide (CO2) due to hypoventilation.

A. "Metabolic acidosis" is an incorrect answer because the pH is low and the HCO3 is within normal range.

C. "Respiratory alkalosis" is an incorrect answer because the pH is low and the PaCO2 is elevated.

D. "Metabolic alkalosis" is an incorrect answer because the HCO3 is within normal range, and the pH is low.

Explanation: The ABG result shows a low pH, elevated PaCO2, and normal HCO3, indicating respiratory acidosis. This condition can be caused by conditions that affect breathing, such as pneumonia, asthma, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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