The patient receives antibiotics for a serious infection. The patient asks the nurse, "Why don't you just give me more of that drug to cure this infection faster?" What is the best response by the nurse?
A. "I will check with the physician to see if it is time to increase the medication."
B. "You are at a maximum dose; taking more will cause interactions with other medications."
C. "You must stay on this drug for 2 more weeks before it can be increased."
D. "You are at a maximum dose; taking more will not help."
Answer: D
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Violet says that she only eats at the center, not at home. The nurse must a. Report the niece to authorities for elder abuse b. Set aside quiet time with Mrs. Violet for a more detailed conversation c. Not worry; frequently, older adults have a decreased appetite d. Call the niece and confront her about Mrs. Violet's issue
A postoperative client is being discharged with a prescription for oxycodone hydrochloride with acetaminophen (Percocet). What instructions does the nurse give the client? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Check all over-the-counter medications for acetaminophen." b. "Do not take more pills each day than you are prescribed." c. "Eat a diet that is high in fiber and drink lots of water." d. "If this gives you diarrhea, loperamide (Imodium) can help." e. "You shouldn't drive while you are taking this medication."
When adding a client's intake and output, the nurse does not need to include which of the following in the calculation?
1. Oral intake 2. Intravenous fluid intake 3. Nasogastric tube drainage 4. Suctioned sputum
Instructions for the use of nicotine gum include:
1. Chew the gum quickly to get a peak effect. 2. The gum should be "parked" in the buccal space between chewing. 3. Acidic drinks such as coffee help with the absorption of the nicotine. 4. The highest abstinence rates occur if the patient chews the gum when he or she is having cravings.