A basal rate is set on a PCA (patient-controlled analgesia pump) with a narcotic to:
A. prevent patient overdose
B. achieve a therapeutic blood level
C. decrease the responsibilities of the nurse
D. empower the patient to participate in care
D. empower the patient to participate in care
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When calling the primary health-care provider regarding a woman's admission, the perinatal nurse includes which of the following information? (Select all that apply.)
A. Gestational age and estimated date of birth B. Maternal and fetal vital signs C. Presence of support person(s) D. Status of other children E. Status of the fetal membranes
The nurse is teaching parents about instilling a positive body image for the preschool age. What statement made by the parents indicates the teaching is understood?
a. "We will make sure our child is praised about his or her looks." b. "We will help our child compare his or her size with other children." c. "We understand our child will have well-defined body boundaries." d. "We will be sure our child understands about being little for his or her age."
A school nurse is demonstrating community outreach in practice. Which of the following inter-ventions is most likely being used by the nurse?
a. Coordinating health care of students with complex health problems b. Teaching students about the importance of proper nutrition c. Providing direct care to ill and injured students d. Participating in a community health fair
Perineal care does which of the following?
a. Spreads infection b. Prevents cancer c. Promotes comfort d. Prevents burns