Which situation would be covered under criminal law?
a. The nurse injures a patient while performing a procedure.
b. A patient's hospitalization is prolonged be-cause of an action on the part of the nurse.
c. The nurse breaks a patient's false teeth.
d. The nurse takes narcotics from the narcotics cabinet and uses them for himself.
D
The improper use of controlled substances may lead to criminal penalties in the United States and Canada under laws governing the distribution and use of controlled substances which include narcotics, depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens.
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1. the mucous membrane is too dry, and skin will flake off. 2. the patient is allergic to oil-based preparations. 3. medication needs a slow absorption. 4. medication needs a rapid absorption.
The school nurse suspects that head lice are spreading throughout the school. The nurse prepares a flyer to distribute to the parents of the children. List five interventions that will help stop the spread
What will be an ideal response?
The nurse is assigned to work with a child who has a urinary tract infection. The child is having bladder spasms. Which of the following interventions would be best initially to try to relieve the bladder spasms?
a. pain medication b. bladder massages c. ice packs, provided they do not induce chills d. warm, moist heat if it does not increase fever
A clinic nurse about to meet a new client and plans to gather subjective data regarding the client's health history. Which actions should the nurse take to help ensure the success of the interview? Select all that apply.
A. Ensuring that the room is private B. Seeing that distracting objects are removed from the room C. Having the client sit across a desk or table to give the client some personal space D. Maintaining a distance of 2 feet or closer between the nurse and client E. Switching on a dim light that will make the room cozier and help the client relax