The nurse is reviewing medication orders for four hospitalized clients who have been prescribed diazepam for anxiety or sleep. The nurse evaluates the medication profiles to identify potential safety concerns. Which medication order should the nurse question first?

A 40-year-old patient has been taking finasteride for androgenic alopecia for 2 months. During a follow-up visit, the patient states, “I still notice some hair shedding, and I’m not sure if the medication is working.” Which statement by the patient indicates a correct understanding of finasteride therapy?

Which of the following is a  risk factor for high blood pressure?

A 66-year-old client with a history of coronary artery disease is prescribed sildenafil for erectile dysfunction. During medication reconciliation, the nurse reviews the client’s current medication list to identify potential drug interactions. Which current medication places the client at the highest risk for a life-threatening complication if taken with sildenafil?

Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns before an athletic event to reduce muscle glycogen stores.

Pregnant adolescents require early intervention and special care throughout pregnancy

________ is a state in which individuals are concerned about not having food or not enough money to buy more food.      

Food insecurity is the inability to acquire or consume an adequate quality or sufficient quantity of food in socially acceptable ways.

Layla has a high risk of cardiovascular disease, because of her family history and ________.      

Eating raw seafood can be dangerous for people with