A nurse in a provider's office is evaluating the effectiveness of alendronate for a client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following diagnostic results should the nurse review?

Urine specific gravity

Hemoglobin AIC (Hb AIC)

Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (Dexa scan)

Lumbar puncture

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Alendronate is a bisphosphonate used in clients with osteoporosis of different origins. It is used to increase bone density. Dexa scan is used to assess bone mineral density in osteoporotic clients
A,B,D-Alendronate has no effect of urine specific gravity, Blood sugar levels or cerebrospinal fluid

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Epinephrine is administered as a priority in anaphylactic reaction to counter the mechanism of the reaction. Epinephrine helps to reverse the severe allergic response by constricting blood vessels, relaxing smooth muscles in the lungs to improve breathing, and reducing swelling and hives. It is typically administered intramuscularly (IM) into the thigh.

B-Replacing the infusion is important to maintain intravascular volume and blood pressure in the event of hypotension associated with the anaphylactic reaction but not a priority

C-Diphenhydramine helps in managing the cutaneous allergic manifestations but does not address the life-threatening effects

D-Elevation of the client’s feet and legs is not necessary

A. "Take a daily potassium supplement. " B. "Monitor your pulse rate before taking medication." C. "Increase the amount of sodium in your diet." D. "Exercise caution when changing positions."

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

D-an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor that is used in conditions such as heart failure, hypertension and chronic kidney disease. In rare occasions, captopril can cause excessive lowe

A- Potassium supplements and potassium sparing diuretics should be avoided

B- Captopril is used in blood pressure control with no significant effect on pulse rate.

C-ACEIs have no significant changes in sodium levels in the body

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