Which adverse effect is most associated with long-term use of cimetidine (Tagamet)?

The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and has not been taking prescribed pancreatic enzymes recently. What is the primary assessment finding the nurse will see as a result of this nonadherence?

A patient taking magnesium hydroxide reports loose stools. What is the best explanation for the symptom?

The nurse administers proton pump inhibitors to several clients. Which client should the nurse monitor for increased effects of other concurrent medications?

A 12-year-old client was prescribed a proton pump inhibitor 2 years ago for the management of stress ulcers. What assessment related to the client should have priority when considering the effectiveness of the medication therapy in the future?

When mixed in appropriate amounts, each of the following mixtures can produce an effective buffer solution EXCEPT a. HCl and NaH2PO4 b. Na2HPO4 and Na3PO4. c. NaHCO3 and Na2CO3. d. NaH2PO4 and Na2HPO4. e. NaOH and NaF.

A client presents with a 48-hour history of spasticity, malaise, and agitation. Arterial blood gas testing reveals that the client has metabolic alkalosis. What is most appropriate action by the nurse?

A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease has responded well to treatment with a histamine-2 antagonist. What effect will this nurse explain to the client this drug has?

The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving antacids to relieve gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort. What nursing action is most appropriate?

Which of the following connects and integrates all the others in this list?