A patient is taking the nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug indomethacin (Indocin) as treatment for pericarditis. The nurse will teach the patient to watch for which adverse effect?
a. Tachycardia
b. Nervousness
c. Nausea and vomiting
d. Dizziness
ANS: C
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A) Minimizing costs of the patient's care B) Maintaining continuity of the patient's care C) Maintain the nursing care plan between diverse sites D) Keeping the primary care provider informed
Which of the following pieces of data collected has the most impact on a patient's current health?
A) Occupation B) History of appendectomy C) Immunizations up to date D) Planning trip to Europe
A patient with massive injuries to the head and chest has died. The family is in the hallway waiting to see the patient
What can the nurse do to prepare the family to be with the patient at this time? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Remove blood soaked bed sheets and gown. 2. Have at least one of the patient's hands readily available for the family to touch. 3. Place the stretcher in the low position. 4. Turn one dim light on in the room. 5. Leave the family to visit with the patient.
A group of nursing students forms a student nursing association to provide support while they are enrolled in a nursing program. This is known as a community of
a. Place b. Special interest c. Problem ecology d. Function