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A quality control nurse is reviewing medication prescriptions for a group of clients. Which of the following medication prescriptions should the nurse identify as being complete?
- A. Tetracycline 200 mg PO
- B. Epoetin alfa 150 units/kg three times weekly
- C. Digoxin 0.25 mg PD dally
- D. Cimetidine PO twice daily
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Digoxin 0.25 mg PO daily. The rationale for this choice being complete is that it includes the medication name (Digoxin), dose (0.25 mg), route of administration (PO - by mouth), and frequency (daily). This prescription is clear and specific, providing all necessary information for the nurse to accurately administer the medication.
Other choices are incorrect:
A: Missing frequency information.
B: Missing route of administration and frequency.
D: Missing dose and frequency.
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Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress
- A. Teach the client to use self-talk. Ask, “What kind of drugs have you been taking?â€. Reduce external stimuli. Ask,Have you been sick recently?" Engage with the client several times each day to establish trust"
- B. Brief psychotic disorder. Delirium. Anxiety. Substance use disorder.
- C. Ability to care for self. Fearfulness. Suicide risk. Tremulousness. Temperature
- D. Brief psychotic disorder
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Action to Take: Teach the client to use self-talk, Engage with the client several times each day to establish trust; Potential Condition: Anxiety; Parameter to Monitor: Fearfulness, Suicide risk.
Rationale: The correct actions to take for addressing anxiety would be teaching self-talk and building trust through engagement. Fearfulness and suicide risk are relevant parameters to monitor in assessing the client's progress and response to interventions. These choices align with addressing anxiety and ensuring client safety and well-being.
Incorrect Choices:
- A: "Ask, 'What kind of drugs have you been taking?' and 'Have you been sick recently?' are not appropriate actions for addressing anxiety.
- B: Brief psychotic disorder and delirium are not the potential conditions the client is most likely experiencing.
- C: Monitoring ability to care for self and tremulousness are not the most relevant parameters for assessing anxiety.
For each potential provider's prescription, click to specify if the potential prescription is anticipated or contraindicated for the client.
- A. Irrigate indwelling urinary catheter with 50 mL of normal saline:
- B. Administer enema to relieve constipation
- C. Maintain bed rest for 2 days postoperatively
- D. Place a blanket rob under the client's knees while in bed.
- E. Apply warm compresses to the incision site.
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Rationales provided within the question context.
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
- A. The nurse should use a filter needle to withdraw the medication.
- B. The nurse should break the neck of the ampule toward their body
- C. The nurse should use the same needle to draw up and inject the client
- D. The nurse should dispose of the ampule in the trash can.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: The nurse should use a filter needle to withdraw the medication. This is the correct action as filter needles help prevent the introduction of particulate matter or impurities into the medication, ensuring patient safety. Using a filter needle also reduces the risk of needlestick injuries and contamination.
Choice B is incorrect as breaking the neck of the ampule towards the body increases the risk of injury due to glass shards flying towards the nurse. Choice C is incorrect as it violates safe medication administration practices by risking contamination. Choice D is incorrect as ampules should be disposed of in a sharps container, not the trash can.
A nurse is providing an in-service about client evacuation during a fire. Which of the following clients should the nurse instruct the staff to evacuate first?
- A. A client who is ambulatory and receiving oxygen
- B. A client who has a fracture and is in balance suspension traction
- C. A client who is bedridden and wears a hearing aid
- D. A client who uses a wheelchair and is confused
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: A client who is ambulatory and receiving oxygen should be evacuated first during a fire. This client has limited mobility due to the oxygen supply and is at high risk for respiratory compromise in a fire. Evacuating this client first ensures their safety and prevents potential harm.
Choice B: A client with a fracture in balance suspension traction requires stabilization but is not in immediate danger during a fire.
Choice C: A bedridden client wearing a hearing aid can be safely evacuated after the oxygen-dependent client.
Choice D: A confused client using a wheelchair may need assistance but is not at immediate risk like the oxygen-dependent client.
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is notified that a mass casualty event has occurred in the community. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
- A. Act as a liaison between the facility and the media:
- B. Recommend to the provider specific acute care clients for discharge.
- C. Determine the medical needs of incoming clients through the emergency department
- D. Call in additional medical surgical unit nursing care staff.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse should plan to determine the medical needs of incoming clients through the emergency department during a mass casualty event to prioritize care based on severity. This action allows for efficient allocation of resources and timely treatment for those in critical condition. Acting as a liaison with the media (A) is not a priority during such emergencies. Recommending clients for discharge (B) is inappropriate as the focus should be on incoming patients. Calling in additional staff (D) may be necessary but determining medical needs is the immediate priority.