ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoporosis and is prescribed (Fosamax) alendronate 70 mg PO weekly. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

A. I take my other pills at least 30 minutes after my alendronate. B. I take my alendronate on the same day every week with an 8-ounce glass of milk. C. I sit up and read the morning paper after taking my alendronate. D. I will need to have a bone density test occasionally while taking this medication.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Milk interferes with alendronate absorption; water is required, indicating a teaching gap.

Question 2 of 5

Correct Answer:

Rationale:

Question 3 of 5

Correct Answer:

Rationale:

Question 4 of 5

Correct Answer:

Rationale:

Question 5 of 5

Correct Answer:

Rationale:

Similar Questions

A nurse is caring for a client who is using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

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 charge nurse receives a call from the house supervisor requesting room assignments for four new clients. Based on the admission diagnoses, which of the following clients requires a private room?

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I | Nurselytic

Nurselytic

ATI RN

ATI RN