What is the expected outcome associated with each medication ordered for J.O.?
What will be an ideal response?
The treatment of fat embolism is supportive and involves the administration of IV fluids to prevent
shock and dilute free fatty acids. Digoxin is ordered to increase the patient's cardiac output. Diuretics
are used to treat potential pulmonary edema. Although a controversial practice, corticosteroids
sometimes are used because they are thought to decrease the inflammatory effects of the fatty acids
on the alveolocapillary membrane.
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Wound care is not a single process, but requires attending to different symptoms with different measures. Which of the following is needed for dermal ischemia?
A) Protection with DuoDerm or similar product and adhesive foam. B) Treatment with topical antibiotics. C) Protection with Vigilon or similar product. D) Debridement.
The nurse is planning interventions to reduce an older client's risk of dehydration. Which intervention would result in the client's dehydration?
1. Provide peanut butter and crackers for snack 2. Keep the room warm according to client's preference 3. Administer the prescribed diuretic with the evening meal 4. Offer to bring coffee to the client a few times per day
The nurse explains that an advantage of the use of hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers (HBOCs), such as PolyHeme and Hemopure, is that these products
a. decrease the pH of the blood. b. do not require type and crossmatch. c. function as packed cells at less cost. d. increase hemoglobin.
Infections known as MRSA have become a serious concern in healthcare facilities. Most cases involve skin or soft tissue infections, such as abscess or cellulitis
What is the best intervention the nurse should instruct the client to prevent the spread of MRSA? A) Suggest the client reduce fluid intake. B) Heat food brought in by family members in the microwave. C) Refrigerate food brought in by the family members for later use. D) Wash hands after using the bathroom.