The nurse is aware that an IV antibiotic medication should infuse in no longer than:
a. 15 minutes
b. 30 minutes
c. 45 minutes
d. 60 minutes
D
An antibiotic medication should infuse in no longer than 60 minutes.
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During an interview, a parent of a hospitalized child is sitting in an open position. As the interviewer begins to discuss his son's treatment, however, he suddenly crosses his arms against his chest and crosses his legs
This changed posture would suggest that the parent is: a. Simply changing positions. b. More comfortable in this position. c. Tired and needs a break from the interview. d. Uncomfortable talking about his son's treatment.
A teenager with a chronic medical condition requiring frequent hospitalizations has the nursing diagnosis of impaired self-esteem. Which action by the adolescent best indicates that outcomes for this diagnosis have been met?
A. Complies politely with hospital rules and routines B. Makes choices as to when to bathe or eat meals C. States understanding of the need for hospitalization D. Uses social media sites to maintain contact with peers
What is the major ethical argument related to allocation of health resources?
1. The question of whether health care is a right or a privilege. 2. How to provide low-cost prescription medication to low-income persons. 3. Whether physician or nurse practitioners provide the most cost-effective care. 4. Whether medication therapy is superior to diet therapy in the control of chronic illness.
Which of the following would be the priority for most adolescents? Being:
1) A good student 2) Sexually active 3) Picked to be on the soccer team 4) Able to function independently