A client with nasal congestion tells the nurse that his symptoms have worsened since he has been using oxymetazoline (Afrin). Which question should the nurse ask the client?
A. "Have you checked the expiration date on the prescription?"
B. "Have you experienced a recent fever?"
C. "Are you using any other inhaled prescriptions?"
D. "How long have you been using the prescription?"
Answer: D
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A nurse is observing a mother and her 10-month-old infant. The mother is interacting happily with the child while letting the baby eat pieces of hot dog. What action by the nurse is best?
A. Compliment the mother on her parenting skills. B. Document that the baby is eating finger foods now. C. Stop the mother from feeding the hot dog to the baby. D. Teach the mother that hot dogs are poor nutrition.
A patient diagnosed with cervical cancer will soon begin a round of radiation therapy. When planning the patient's subsequent care, the nurse should prioritize actions with what goal?
A) Preventing hemorrhage B) Ensuring the patient knows the treatment is palliative, not curative C) Protecting the safety of the patient, family, and staff D) Ensuring that the patient adheres to dietary restrictions during treatment
An elderly patient was well until 12 hours ago, when she reported to her family that in the middle of the night she awakened to see a man standing at the foot of her bed
There is no evidence that this situation ever happened. This series of events supports which possible diagnosis? a. Delirium b. Anxiety c. Paranoia d. Dementia
What do the BUN and creatinine tell you about her renal function and volume status?
What will be an ideal response?