The nurse administers 650 mg of acetaminophen (Tylenol) orally to a patient with a pain level of 4 out of 10
The nurse is aware that the onset of action is 30 minutes to 1 hour, the peak action is 1 to 3 hours, and the duration of action is 3 to 8 hours. After _____ hours, the nurse should assess the patient to determine the maximum effectiveness of the drug.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
1 to 3
Peak action is the time it takes for a medication to reach its highest effective peak concentration.
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A nursing instructor is conducting a class on the different types of blood cells. Which of the following would the instructor include as the correct function? Select all that apply
A) Erythrocytes supply our cells with oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. B) Erythrocytes control bleeding from microscopic to major tears in our tissues. C) Leukocytes supply our cells with oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. D) Leukocytes protect the body from dangerous organisms. E) Megakaryocytes control bleeding from microscopic to major tears in our tissues.
The nurse is assisting with the application of a long arm plaster cast. Which action should the nurse take for this patient?
a. Apply an ice pack along the top of the cast. b. Handle the wet cast with the fingertips. c. Maintain the extremity below the heart level. d. Fold the stockinette over the outer edge of the cast.
A nurse is teaching a nursing student about dalfopristin/quinupristin (Synercid). Which statement by the student indicates an understanding of the teaching?
a. "Patients should stop taking the drug if they experience joint and muscle pain." b. "Patients taking this drug should have blood tests performed frequently." c. "Patients who are allergic to penicillin should not take this drug." d. "This drug will be administered intravenously over a 30- to 60-minute period."
The chief concern:
A. Requires step-by-step evaluation of the circumstances B. Explores the patient's overall health C. Is a statement about why the patient is seeking care D. Is a detailed inquiry of possible concerns