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The nurse is caring for a patient with a family history of hypertension. The patient reports dizziness, fatigue, and a recent onset of erectile dysfunction. On assessment the nurse notes a blood pressure of 146/92. Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take?
The nurse is caring for a patient with peptic ulcer disease. On assessment the nurse notes tenderness to the left upper quadrant, abdominal distention, heart rate 120 bpm and delayed capillary refill. The patient reports left upper quadrant pain 9/10 and recent episodes of tarry diarrhea. Which action should the nurse take first?
The nurse is caring for a 72 year old patient with hypertension who has been prescribed hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril daily. Which statement made by the patient would Indicate a need for follow up by the nurse?
The nurse is caring for a 65 year old patient scheduled for hip replacement surgery in two weeks. During the preoperative visit the patient informs the nurse of a history of hypertension and high cholesterol and a family history of stroke. His medication history reveals: • Two blood pressure medications • An anticoagulant • A daily baby aspirin The nurse reviews the preoperative labs to be as follows: • Hgb: 15 • Hematocrit: 40 • BUN: 20 • Creatinine: 0.9 • RBC: 5,8 • WBC: 11 • Platelet: 100,000 • Albumin: 2.9 • PT/INR: 17 seconds/2.1 List the information from the medical history, medications, and/or lab values that needs to be addressed before surgery. Why is this information concerning?