The nurse is collecting data on a child with a diagnosis of tonsillitis. What would the nurse most likely assess in this child?
A) Bark-like cough
B) Hoarseness
C) Erythema of the soft palate
D) Drooling
Ans: C
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Which statement made by the client with peripheral arterial disease concerning positioning of edematous lower extremities requires further clarification?
A. "I may sleep with my affected leg hanging from the bed." B. "I will elevate my legs above the level of my heart." C. "I can sit upright in a chair for comfort." D. "I will avoid crossing my legs."
Dosage strength is the same as solution strength for injectable medications and indicates the amount of
drug per volume of solution. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A patient complains of pain at 9 on a scale of 10 and requests pain medication. Understanding that it is important to quickly treat severe pain, a nurse will expect to administer
1. An NSAID. 2. A nonopiate analgesic. 3. An opiate/opioid analgesic. 4. An adjuvant analgesic.
A teenaged patient is taking a tetracycline drug as part of treatment for severe acne. When the nurse teaches this patient about drug related precaustions, which is the most important information to convey?
A. When the acne clears up, the medication may be discontinued B. This medication should be taken with antacids to reduce GI upset C. The patient should use sunscreen or avoid exposure to sunlight, because this drug may cause photosensitivity D. The thee should be observed closely for signs of mottling or other color changes