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Question 1 of 5

While teaching a patient about their newly prescribed diuretic (furosemide), which of the following statements made by the new graduate requires correction by the supervising nurse?

Correct Answer: Furosemide is a diuretic that can cause the body to lose potassium, so it's important to consume potassium-rich foods. The other statements are correct regarding blood pooling, medication adherence, and orthostatic hypotension.

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Question 2 of 5

Which patient statement would help the nurse confirm the previous diagnosis of chronic stable angina?

Correct Answer: Chronic stable angina is characterized by chest pain that is relieved by rest or nitroglycerin. Therefore, if the patient's pain goes away with a nitroglycerin tablet, it would help confirm a diagnosis of chronic stable angina. Pain level, worsening pain, or nighttime pain are less specific.

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Question 3 of 5

Which patient statement indicates that the nurse's teaching about sublingual nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) has been effective?

Correct Answer: If chest pain is not relieved 5 minutes after taking nitroglycerin, it is recommended to call an ambulance. Nausea is not a common side effect, nitroglycerin should be stored in a dark place, and it can also be taken prophylactically.

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Question 4 of 5

A patient who has just been admitted with pulmonary edema is scheduled to receive the following medications. Which medication would the nurse question before giving?

Correct Answer: Digoxin is used to treat heart failure and atrial fibrillation, but it doesn't directly address the fluid accumulation in the lungs caused by pulmonary edema. Captopril, furosemide, and carvedilol are more directly beneficial for managing pulmonary edema.

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Question 5 of 5

While teaching a patient about their newly prescribed diuretic (furosemide), which of the following statements made by the new graduate requires correction by the supervising nurse?

Correct Answer: Furosemide is a diuretic that can cause the body to lose potassium, so it's important to consume potassium-rich foods. The other statements are correct regarding blood pooling, medication adherence, and orthostatic hypotension.

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