A nurse is providing teaching for a client who is taking isoniazid (INH) for tuberculosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

This medication may cause my blood pressure to increase."

"I should take an antacid with each dose of this medication."

"I plan to take this medication for 1 week."

"I will have my liver function tested while I am taking this medication."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Regular monitoring of liver function is important while taking isoniazid because the medication can cause liver damage in some individuals.
A.   Isoniazid (INH) does not typically affect blood pressure.
B.   Antacids can interfere with the absorption of isoniazid, so they should be avoided or taken at least one hour before or two hours after taking isoniazid.
C.   Treatment for tuberculosis typically involves taking isoniazid for a minimum of 6 to 9 months, sometimes longer, depending on the severity of the infection

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Referred pain occurs when pain is felt in an area distant from the actual source of the pain. In pancreatitis, irritation of the diaphragm or phrenic nerve can cause pain to be referred to the left shoulder due to shared nerve pathways.

A. Hgb 18 g/dL (12 to 16 g/dl) B. WBC 12.000/mm3 (5,000 to 10,000/mm3) C. 25-Hydroxyvitamin D 92 ng/ml. (25 to 80 ng/mL) D. Albumin 3.1 g/dL (3.5 to 5 g/dL)

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Albumin is a protein that plays a crucial role in maintaining skin health. Low albumin levels (hypoalbuminemia) can lead to poor wound healing and skin vulnerability.

Hemoglobin level, white cell count and 25-hydroxyvitamin have no direct role in skin breakdown.

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A nurse is providing teaching for a client who is taking isoniazid (INH) for tuberculosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

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