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During an assessment, the nurse notes that the client prescribed risperidone (Risperdal) has a temperature of 102°F. Which should the nurse suspect has occurred?

The nurse is caring for an older adult prescribed benztropine (Cogentin). For which adverse effect should the nurse monitor the patient?

The mechanism of action of the antidiarrheal atropine is to:

A client weighs 76 lbs and needs a loading dose of phenytoin (Dilantin) to control seizures. The loading dose of the medication is 15-20mg/kg. Give the low and high dosage range. Report your answer like this: number – number; you may give 1 decimal place if needed. ie 77.1-100

The nurse is assessing a client with schizophrenia prescribed a phenothiazine for anticholinergic side effects. Which finding should the nurse immediately report to the healthcare provider?

The nurse is aware that efficient absorption of calcium is assisted by:

What natural therapy should the nurse recommend to a client experiencing nausea due to motion sickness?

The nurse is preparing to assess a client suspected of experiencing tardive dyskinesia. Which findings should the nurse anticipate that support the diagnosis?

The nurse is preparing to educate a client prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which information should the nurse include in the teaching?

The provider has ordered Metformin 500mg 1 PO BID for diabetes. The client is going on a trip for 2 months (60 days) to another country. How many pills does the patient need to take for his trip? (Numbers only)