For an individual with high blood pressure, drinking several margaritas made using the margarita mix and tequila in a single evening is: a. advisable because alcohol in large amounts raises blood pressure b. not recommended unless no alcoholic beverages have been consumed earlier in the week c. allowed as long as salt is not added to the rim of the glass d. safe if the person has a low alcohol tolerance e. fine because the Nutrition Facts label shows that the mix is low in sodium

You are caring for a 52-year- old woman who has been prescribed a major antipsychotic (neuroleptic) agent. after explaining the potential side effect, the client refuses to take the medication. how would you feel about taking a major antipsychotic (neuroleptic) agent, realizing the many side effects that these medications can cause? for psychoactive medications to be effective, client adherence is essential. how would you respond to a client who continually fails to follow his or her medication regimen?

List three other drugs used for anxiety or sleep that are not classified as benzodiazepines or barbiturates.

Anurse is caring for a client who has acute heart failure and is receiving furosemide via iv bolus. the nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates a desired therapeutic effect? a. increased sputum production b. decreased weight c. decreased blood glucose level d. increased blood pressure