What adjustments could be made to her plan of care to better control her pain?
What will be an ideal response?
T.C. might need an adjustment in her dose and lock-out interval on the PCA, with a shorter lock-out
interval. Reinforce teaching regarding the use of the PCA. The administration of another analgesic
might prove effective used in conjunction with PCA.
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Which statements reflect these competencies? (Select all that apply.) 1. Participate in continuous cultural competence development 2. Use relevant data sources and best evidence to provide culturally competent care 3. Reinforce health disparities among populations 4. Promote achievement of safe and quality outcomes of care for diverse populations 5. Defer use of best practice evidence to the case management teams
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A) aggressive chemotherapy B) pain management C) invasive testing D) aggressive invasive surgery
Following the use of a thrombolytic agent in the management of cerebrovascular accident (CVA) client, which is the priority nursing assessment?
A) Pulse B) Respirations C) Airway D) Blood pressure
Prioritize the following guidelines for nursing practice in order of specificity (1–4)
A. ____ State laws B. ____ Institutional policies and procedures C. ____ Federal laws D. ____ State nurse practice acts