Nursing care for a client after electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) should include:
A. nothing by mouth for 24 hours after the treatment because of the anesthetic agent.
B. bed rest for the first 8 hours after a treatment.
C. assessment of short-term memory loss.
D. no special care.
Answer: C. assessment of short-term memory loss.
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The nurse assistant should explain that she or he cannot perform this task and go to her or his supervisor. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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A. Administer initial dose of broad-spectrum antibiotic B. Instruct the client to force fluids hourly C. Obtain results of culture and sensitivity of CSF D. Assess the client for symptoms of hyponatremia
A primary care NP prescribes fluocinolone cream for a patient who has contact dermatitis. At a follow-up visit in 2 weeks, the patient reports decreased pruritus but continues to have excoriated, erythematous areas. The NP should:
a. obtain a culture of the skin to monitor for superinfection. b. discontinue the fluocinolone and order betamethasone cream. c. begin gradually tapering the fluocinolone at 2-week intervals. d. tell the patient to continue using the fluocinolone for 3 to 4 more weeks.