An NP would prescribe the liquid form of ibuprofen for a 6-year-old child because:
1. Drugs given in liquid form are less irritating to the stomach.
2. A 6-year-old child may have problems swallowing a pill.
3. Liquid forms of medication eliminate the concern for first-pass effect.
4. Liquid ibuprofen does not have to be dosed as often as the tablet form.
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What will the manager include as basic parts of this model? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Based on the patients' characteristics 2. Based on the competencies of the nurses 3. Patient outcomes will be measured 4. The nurses' assessment of patient outcomes will be measured 5. Reduction of cost to provide critical care services to patients
The nurse is caring for an older adult client on the medical unit admitted for diagnostic testing. He is alert and oriented and lives independently in his own home
Which nursing intervention will be most effective in the prevention of falls for this client? A) using a gait belt each time he ambulates B) ensuring his glasses are close by his bed C) placing a bed alarm on his bed D) moving him to a room close to the nurse's station
In the male patient, the perineum is the area
A) from the penis to the anus. B) between the legs. C) on the bottom of the scrotum. D) between the scrotum and the anus.
During the assessment of a patient being admitted to a psychiatric unit, the patient states, “I just can’t sleep.” Which response by the nurse would provide clarification of this patient statement?
“Do you have sleep apnea?” “Does your spouse snore while sleeping?” “Can you tell me a little about your sleep routine?” “Would you like me to have the healthcare provider prescribe a medication to help you sleep?”