The reason administration of IV 10% calcium gluconate is utilized in the management of hyperkalemia in the neonate is to:
a. facilitate renal excretion of potassium
b. increase potassium influx into the cells
c. stabilize the myocardium
Answer: c. stabilize the myocardium
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a. Parasites in the stool b. Abnormal epithelial cells c. Blood in the stool d. Large amounts of white blood cells
The nurse has been able to have management institute a family-friendly policy for employees with small children or older parents, which allows them some latitude in job hours in order to attend to these needs
Productivity among the employees has actually risen and absenteeism has decreased. What conclusion can the nurse make from this finding? 1. Having small children or older parents motivates an employee to work more productively. 2. As long as the work gets done, it does not matter what hours are put in by the employees. 3. Relieving the burden of caregiving stress on an employee can create a work climate that becomes more productive. 4. The productivity and decreased absenteeism is due to employees without small children or older parents.
Because a school-aged child's admission was an emergency, she was not prepared for a hospital stay and the procedures to be performed. Which approach would be most appropriate to help her understand the need for warm soaks on her leg?
A) Describe the way that warm water acts to relieve pain. B) Read her a story about soaks and dressings. C) Let her apply a soak to a doll. D) Ask her parents to explain why the soaks are necessary.
HIPAA requires health-care providers and employees to be cognizant of:
1. Placement of computer screens to the public. 2. Where discussions about patients occur. 3. How and where change of shift reports occur. 4. All of the above are areas to keep confidential.