A physician prescribes an additional medication for a client taking an antipsychotic agent. The medication is to be administered "prn for EPS." When should a nurse plan to administer this medication?
A) When the client's white blood cell count falls below 3000 mm3
B) When the client exhibits tremors and a shuffling gait
C) When the client complains of dry mouth
D) When the client experiences a seizure
B
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The stage of family development that begins at the birth or adoption of the first child is known as the:
a. expectant stage. b. parenthood stage. c. establishment stage. d. engagement/commitment stage.
The nurse is reviewing steps performed within the research process. Which actions indicate that the nurse worked through the step equivalent to the nursing diagnosis phase of the nursing process?
Select all that apply. 1. Analyzed results 2. Collected information 3. Chose an appropriate theory 4. Conducted a literature review 5. Identified a research question
A mother gives birth to a preterm infant. When inspecting the baby after birth, the nurse would expect to find:
a. The skin is firm and opaque b. Superficial veins may be seen beneath the abdomen and scalp c. Vernix caseosa d. Abdomen is flat or inverted
Who is responsible for determining the scope of practice for registered nurses?
a. American Nurses Association b. Federal legislators c. State legislators d. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services