The nurse has completed an educational program for residents of a retirement community regarding unsafe medication practices. Which statement made by a resident best indicates effective teaching?
1. "Over-the-counter medications are good for up to two years."
2. "I will buy all of my medication from the same pharmacy."
3. "My roommate and I can share any medications that are the same, if needed."
4. "Medication can be obtained that is inexpensive from an internet pharmacy."
2. "I will buy all of my medication from the same pharmacy."
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After teaching a couple about what to expect with their planned cesarean birth, which statement indicates the need for additional teaching?
A) "Holding a pillow against my incision will help me when I cough.". B) "I'm going to have to wait a few days before I can start breast-feeding.". C) "I guess the nurses will be getting me up and out of bed rather quickly.". D) "I'll probably have a tube in my bladder for about 24 hours or so.".
When attempting to establish a relationship and enter a dialogue with the family of a dying patient, the nurse would:
1. Identify with the family when they have concerns by saying, "I have questioned how a physician could believe that also. I'll argue with her about it." 2. Speak more than the family because silence may be difficult for them to tolerate. 3. Demonstrate respect for the family by saying, "I'm impressed with how involved you have been with the patient during his illness." 4. Begin by saying, "I know exactly how you must be feeling."
If a patient suddenly stopped taking a drug from one of the following drug classes for 48 to 72 hours, which would result in a rapid rise in heart rate causing chest pain and a possible heart attack?
a. ace-inhibitors b. diuretics c. calcium channel blockers d. beta-adrenergic blockers
The nurse is to administer several medications to a patient via a nasogastric (NG) tube. What should the nurse do first?
a. Add the medications to the tube feeding being given. b. Crush all tablets and capsules before administration. c. Administer all of the medications mixed together. d. Check for placement of the NG tube.