The nurse administering the drug colchicine for gout will give 0.5 mg hourly for _____ hours
ANS:
12
Colchicine is given orally in a dose of 0.5 mg for a period of 12 hours or until relief from pain is achieved or diarrhea occurs.
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A) Continue with the instructions, verifying client understanding. B) Walk around the client so that the nurse constantly faces the client. C) Give the client a dietary booklet and return later to continue with the instructions. D) Tell the client about the importance of the instructions for the maintenance of health care.
The nurse would recognize which of the following statements as the best example of stereotyping?
A) Many African Americans celebrate Kwanzaa. B) Most Mexicans are living in the United States illegally. C) Older adults tend to be more financially sound. D) Hispanic men are at greater risk for stroke.
A nurse prepares to lead a psychoeducational group for patients who take anticonvulsants to manage bipolar disorder. The nurse should invite patients who take which drugs? Select all that apply
a. Lithium b. Aripiprazole (Abilify) c. Lamotrigine (Lamictal) d. Gabapentin (Neurontin) e. Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Which instructions should the nurse provide to the parents of children in an elementary school which is experiencing an outbreak of lice and body mites?
A. "Obtain over-the-counter antiparasitic lotion and apply according to label directions." B. "Look for small bugs in your children's hair or small objects attached to the hair shaft." C. "Look for bugs between fingers, under the arms, and in the pubic area." D. "Open the windows and doors of your house and let fresh air blow through to eliminate lice and mites in the home." E. "If lice or mites are found, stuffed animals should be washed or sealed in an airtight bag for 2 weeks."