A Client Is Taking Prednisone to Prevent Transplant Rejection

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client is taking prednisone to prevent transplant rejection.What instruction by the nurse is most important?

• A) "Avoid large crowds and people who are ill."
• B) "Check over-the-counter meds for acetaminophen."
• C) "Take this medicine exactly as prescribed."
• D) "You have a higher risk of developing cancer."

Distinguish between the different phases of Travelbee's human-to-human relationship model.

Comprehend the concept of nursing interventions as viewed by Peplau.

Identifying the resurgence of Peplau's theory in specific fields of nursing.

Appreciate the emphasis on reflective practice within Orlando's Nursing Process Theory.

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Definitions:

DNA Molecule

The molecule carrying genetic instructions for the development, functioning, growth, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses.

Nucleotides

The basic building blocks of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), composed of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Lipids

A broad group of naturally occurring molecules which includes fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins, and others, known for being a major source of energy.

Proteins

Large, complex molecules made up of amino acids that perform a vast array of functions within organisms, including structural support, transporting molecules, and catalyzing metabolic reactions.