A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed an antibiotic. The client tells the nurse, "I don't like taking medications because I don't think I need them." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?A. "Your provider wouldn't prescribe this medication if it weren't necessary."B. "If you don't take this medication, you will feel worse."C. "Most clients feel better after taking the antibiotic."D. "I will tell your provider that you do not want to take this medication."

A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage liver disease and is being placed on a transplant list. Which of the following statements by the client is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?A. "My parent has type 2 diabetes mellitus."B. "I wish my family was more supportive of my decision."C. "I am not very good about taking prescribed medication."D. "I had symptoms of asthma when I was a child."

The nurse is preparing to administer atropine, an anticholinergic, to a client who is scheduled for a cholecystectomy. The client asks the nurse to explain the reason for the prescribed medication. What response is best for the nurse to provide?

Based on the blood culture and sensitivity results, the healthcare provider prescribes an IV aminoglycoside antibiotic and discontinues the current prescription for another broad-spectrum antibiotic. The medication administration record indicates that the client received the broad-spectrum antibiotic two hours ago. Which action should the nurse implement?

What is the expected effect of an antitussive agent? Question 12 options: A) Decrease the amount of histamine produced in the body B) Prevent or relieve coughing C) Reduce the swelling of mucous membranes in nasal passages D) Kill bacteria causing infection Question 13 (5 points) Macrobid is used to treat Question 13 options: A) strep throat. B) urinary infections. C) TB. D) flu. Question 14 (5 points) If the prescriber changes an antibiotic therapy to another antibiotic during the course of the patient's treatment, what should the patient do? Question 14 options: A) Dispose of the remaining discontinued drug properly. B) Give the medication to a family or friend who needs it. C) Take both antibiotics to make sure that the infection is cleared. D) Save the medication in case the physician reorders it. Question 15 (5 points) Vitamin C helps in the absorption of which mineral? Question 15 options: A) Sodium B) Copper C) Magnesium D) Iron Question 16 (5 points) Which of the following statements about cephalosporins is true? Question 16 options: A) They're associated with significant ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity. B) They're often used long-term by patients who suffer from severe acne. C) They're bacteriostatic. D) They contain a beta-lactam ring.

The nurse attempts to notify the healthcare provider about a client who is exhibiting an extrapyramidal reaction to psychotropic medications. When the receptionist for the answering service offers to take a message, which nursing action is best for the nurse to take?