Which sign and symptom is a sign of a mild reaction as a result of a blood transfusion?
a. Vomiting
b. Urticaria
c. Diaphoresis
d. Sore throat
B
Mild transfusion reaction signs and symptoms include dermatitis, diarrhea, fever, chills, urticaria, cough, and orthopnea.
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An ICU manager has noted increased tension amongst her staff. The manager believes staff are aware of the source of the tension but is not completely sure. What would assist this manager in determining what has caused the tension on the unit?
1. Rotate staff to leadership positions. 2. Survey staff to determine what is causing the tension. 3. Take a client assignment to determine what is causing tension among the staff. 4. Arrange for human resources to meet with staff.
The nurse manager is concerned that the nursing staff is experiencing role stress related to higher acuity of clients. What is one way in which this manager could address this issue?
1. Encourage supportive relationships among the staff nurses. 2. Advocate for longer length of stay for these higher acuity clients. 3. Limit the number of high-acuity clients that can be admitted to the unit. 4. Create a structured management system with no room for individual variance.
Which antitubercular drug causes the urine to turn reddish orange?
a. Isoniazid (INH) b. Rifampin (RIF) c. Pyrazinamide (PAS) d. Ethambutol (EMB)
The nurse teaches the client about glucocorticoid therapy. The nurse evaluates that additional teaching is required when the client makes which statement?
1. "I can take the medication at any time as long as I don't forget it." 2. "I will monitor my blood sugar on a regular basis." 3. "I will eat a diet that is high in protein." 4. "I should take my medication after I have eaten."