Which organization would you report a serious adverse event caused by a medical device?
A. U.S. Food and Drug Administration
B. The National Safety Commission
C. The Joint Commission
D. Institute for Safe Medication Practices
Answer: A. U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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A patient with myasthenia gravis is administered pyridostigmine (Mestinon) for the first time. She asks the nurse the reason why she has been changed to this medication. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?
A) "Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) will allow you to awaken with the ability to swallow." B) "Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) can be taken every other day." C) "Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) is a faster-release form of cholinergic agent." D) "Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) is taken one time per day for better control."
What statement indicates that a client needs further teaching regarding therapy with salmeterol (Serevent)?
a. "I will be certain to shake the inhaler well before I use it." b. "It may take a while before I notice a change in my asthma." c. "I will use the drug when I have an asth-ma attack." d. "I will be careful not to let the drug escape out of my nose and mouth."
Which of the following patients in your assignment will probably need special oral hygiene?
A) Mrs. Jumer, an unconscious patient with nasal oxygen and a gastrostomy tube B) Mr. Heckendorf, a confused patient with a hip fracture who is receiving PT C) Miss Luna, a 22-year-old patient who had knee surgery this morning D) Dr. Pullman, a confused patient who bathes and dresses with supervision
A patient who has been diagnosed with a mental illness tells the nurse about plans to find a voodoo doctor. How should the nurse respond?
a. "You know voodoo doctors can't really help you. Don't waste your money." b. "Be sure to mention your plan to your psychiatrist. It is important to follow up with that treatment plan also." c. "Research has shown that voodoo can effectively treat many mental health disorders. That decision is up to you." d. "I do not think using voodoo is safe. I would recommend you think about it carefully before contacting a voodoo doctor."