Long-acting benzodiazepines can cause prolonged sedation and increased risk for falls in the elderly population. Which of the following is considered a long-acting benzodiazepine?
A) Alprazolam (Xanax)
B) Diazepam (Valium)
C) Lorazepam (Ativan)
D) Oxazepam (Serax)
B
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Which of the following statements is applicable when a competent client wants to leave a hospital or long-term care facility before being discharged by the physician?
A) Physical or chemical restraints are used to detain the client. B) The nurse applies restraints based on a current medical order. C) The nurse determines whether the client's safety or the safety of others is at risk. D) The client signs a form releasing the healthcare facility from its responsibility.
The nurse is implementing evidenced-based practice in the care of a client. Which of the following will the nurse include when utilizing evidenced-based practice?
a. Discover the client's preferences b. Determine the least expensive care providers to provide care to the client c. Identify generic drugs that can be used d. Limit contact with the client
The nurse observes a new graduate nurse preparing to place an IV catheter in the patient's arm. The new graduate tells the patient, "You won't feel a thing" before inserting the needle under the skin. What ethical principle did the new graduate violate?
a. Beneficence b. Nonmaleficence c. Veracity d. Confidentiality
A patient's blood gases show a pH of 7.53 and bicarbonate level of 36 mEq/L. The nurse prepares to treat this patient for which acid-base disorder?
1. Respiratory acidosis 2. Metabolic acidosis 3. Respiratory alkalosis 4. Metabolic alkalosis