A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has kidney disease and a new

prescription for erythropoietin. Which of the following statements by the client

indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. "I should take calcium supplements so the medication will work better in my

system"

B. "I am taking this medication to increase my energy level"

C. "This medication can cause my blood pressure to drop"

D. "I will not need to restrict protein in my diet while taking this medication"

A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who requests sildenafil to treat

erectile dysfunction. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

A. "You might need to take a stool softener while taking this medication"

B. "You will not be able to use sildenafil if you have diabetes"

C. "You will need to limit your caffeine intake if you start taking sildenafil"

D. "You will not be able to use sildenafil if you are taking nitro-glycerine"

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. Which of

the following is a priority assessment finding that the nurse should report to the

provider?

A. Restlessness

B. T3 level 215 ng/dL

C. Blood pressure 170/80 mm Hg

D. Decreased weight

A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is receiving change-of-shift report on four

clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having the

greatest risk for developing an infection?

A. A client who has a closed fracture of the arm and is receiving an opioid pain

medication

B. A client who has COPD and is receiving steroid therapy