The nurse clarifies that the MONA protocol for drug administration in the emergent stage of a myocardial infarction (MI) involves the use of which therapies? (Select all that apply.)
a. Aspirin
b. Morphine
c. Nitrates
d. Antibiotics
e. Oxygen
f. Anticoagulants
A, B, C, E
Morphine, oxygen, nitrates, and aspirin are the components of MONA therapy.
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A) Assessment and management of pain B) Interdisciplinary communication C) Mobilization and musculoskeletal function D) Respiratory assessment and management
In the agency, one of the nurses spent all available time visiting a group of persons with mental health problems who were trying to remain functional in the community. Which of the following types of assignments did the nurse most likely have?
a. Home-based primary care b. Population-focused home care c. Proprietary home care d. Transitional care
A client has a few canker sores in her mouth. What nursing care measure should the nurse provide?
A) Add iodized salt to the client's diet. B) Ask the client to apply a silver nitrate stick, as ordered. C) Ask the client to chew a few nuts. D) Provide nasogastric tube feedings to let the mouth rest.
The physician has ordered a patient controlled analgesia (PCA) pump for a patient. Which assessment finding would cause the nurse to question the order?
A) B/P 178/92 and pulse 118 B) Confused to time and place C) Right shoulder immobilizer in place D) Rates pain an 8 on a 1 to 10 scale