Which of the following would the nurse avoid when assessing a client's carotid pulses?
A) Asking the client to flex the neck
B) Compressing the arteries bilaterally
C) Performing the examination while the client is seated
D) Asking the client to swallow water
B
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A child receiving morphine sulfate (Morphine) is experiencing respiratory depression. A health care provider prescribes naloxone (Narcan), 0.5 mcg/kg IV in 2-minute increments until breathing improves. The medication label states: "Naloxone 400 mcg/1 mL."
." The child weighs 40 kg. The nurse prepares to administer one dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer using two decimal places.
____________ occurs when we sense that there is a moral problem but are not sure of the morally correct action
a. Moral distress c. Moral dilemma b. Moral uncertainty d. Practical dilemma
The nurse is monitoring the vital signs of a client who is receiving a sitz bath. Which vital sign finding needs to be reported to the primary care provider immediately?
A) Respirations 20 B) Pulse 96 C) Blood pressure 88/50 D) Temperature 98.8°F
The unit committee in the intensive care unit is designing a research study to see whether they are meeting the spiritual needs of their patients. The study will involve patient interviews after discharge
After the interview process, the staff will examine patient statements for recurring themes. The unit committee is conducting ____________________ research. Fill in the blanks with correct word