A client was stung by a bee. This is the third bee sting the client has received, and the client complains of shortness of breath. What is the adrenergic drug used in emergencies to combat a life-threatening allergic reaction?
a. Norepinephrine (Levophed)
b. Epinephrine (Adrenalin)
c. Terbutaline (Brethine)
d. Propranolol (Inderal)
ANS: B
Epinephrine has powerful beta2 action that dilates bronchial airways.
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a. Offer oral fluids. b. Begin an IV infusion. c. Obtain a pulse oximetry reading. d. Administer oxygen.
At birth, an infant weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces. Three days later, he weighs 5 pounds, 2 ounces. What conclusion should the nurse draw regarding this newborn's weight?
1. Weight loss is excessive. 2. Weight loss is within normal limits. 3. Weight gain is excessive. 4. Weight gain is within normal limits.
A client has hypothyroidism. Which problem does the nurse address as a priority for this client?
a. Heat intolerance b. Body image problems c. Depression and withdrawal d. Obesity
The nurse is communicating with an older client. Which actions demonstrate that the nurse understands the best approaches to communicate with this client?
1. Asking, "What can I do to make you feel safe?" 2. Observed intently listening to the client describe how being alone makes her feel 3. Offering to take the client "out for a walk" 4. Consistently arranging for the client to have her hair done 5. Managing to get a copy of the client's favorite magazine