The nurse is educating an adult client who has been diagnosed with adrenocortical carcinoma about the prescribed mitotane 6 g P0 in divided doses. Which statement made by the client establishes the need for further clarification? a. "If I have a trauma or go into shock, the drug is temporarily stopped."

A client is started on levothyroxine for the treatment of hypothyroidism. During client teaching, the nurse indicates that the dosage may be increased how often until symptoms are relieved?

The nurse is preparing to administer 20 units of NPH insulin to a client. Before administering the medication, the nurse should implement which intervention?

A client who regularly takes metformin has developed a severe infection. How will the infection change the established diabetic regimen?

The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. The nurse understands that the client's condition is thought to be most likely related to an increased level of activity of what neurotransmitter?

An 8-month-old infant admitted with a new diagnosis of diabetes is to receive 1 unit of regular insulin. How will that 1 unit be administered?

An older adult resident of a long-term care facility has been prescribed calcium citrate to address decreasing bone density. The nurse should review the resident’s medication administration record knowing that what medication may decrease the effects of calcium?

A client is to be started on amphetamine therapy for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Which medication has less physical dependence and abuse than other amphetamines?

A client is being prescribed a central nervous system stimulant. Which will haw lowest risk of abuse and dependence?

A client is diagnosed with overdose of diazepam. What drug does the nurse anticipate being administered?

A client will be using an insulin pump to deliver a consistent amount of insulin to meet the client's needs. Where should the nurse insert the pump for the maximum amount of absorption?