A client prescribed levothyroxine receives discharge teaching about medication administration. Which food choice, if taken at the same time as levothyroxine, can reduce medication absorption and requires separation of dosing?

A client receiving calcitonin injection reports perioral numbness and muscle twitching. The patient asks the nurse “What is going on with me?” What is the nurse’s priority action in response to the patient question?

A client with Graves’ disease has been taking methimazole for 4 weeks. During a follow-up visit, the nurse reviews the following data: TSH slightly suppressed Free T4 trending downward toward normal Heart rate 88/min Reports mild fatigue WBC 2,000/mm³ with neutrophils markedly decreased Which finding requires the nurse to take immediate action and notify the provider?

A client newly diagnosed with diabetes asks the nurse how insulin injections should be administered to ensure safe absorption and prevent complications. Which statement by the nurse reflects the most accurate teaching?

A nurse is reinforcing medication teaching for a client newly prescribed metformin. Which client statement indicates a need for further teaching?

A client with Graves’ disease has been taking methimazole for 6 weeks. During a follow-up visit the nurse notes the following findings. Which findings require IMMEDIATE nursing action? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a caregiver of a client with insulin-dependent diabetes who has a prescription for an emergency glucagon kit. Which caregiver statement indicates a need for further teaching?

A client with type 1 diabetes is newly prescribed pramlintide in addition to rapid-acting insulin before meals. The nurse reviews the updated medication orders and anticipates which adjustment to reduce the risk of a serious adverse effect?

A client is prescribed calcitonin-salmon nasal spray for osteoporosis. Which nursing actions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

A 45-year-old client with moderate persistent asthma is prescribed Prednisone for a 7-day course during an exacerbation. The nurse provides teaching about medication use, potential side effects, and timing. Which statement by the client indicates correct understanding of prednisone therapy?