Order: Infuse dopamine at 0.2 mcg/kg/min Patient's weight: 165 lb The client is receiving a dosage of _______________
a. 33 mcg/min
b. 150 mcg/min
c. 15 mcg/hr
d. 15 mcg/min
ANS: D
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a. human growth hormone. b. megestrol acetate. c. dronabinol. d. thalidomide.
The use of interpersonal decision making, psychomotor skills, and application of the knowledge expected in the role of a licensed health care professional in the context of public health welfare and safety is an example of:
a. responsibility. c. delegation. b. supervision. d. competence.
Which of the following is part of the nurse's aide job during discharge of the patient?
A) Tell the patient when to call the physician for checkup. B) Explain the patient's prescriptions. C) Gather all belongings and valuables. D) all of the above
J.B. undergoes surgery. His postoperative course is complicated by pneumonia and poor wound healing
After being hospitalized for 6 weeks, he is discharged to a long-term care facility for care while recuperating for external radiation therapy. He is scheduled to receive 2000 cGy to the head and neck three times weekly for the next 8 weeks. As J.B.'s nurse, which adverse effects of external radiation therapy would most concern you? Radiation to the head and neck produces dry mouth (xerostomia), irritation of the oral mucous membranes (stomatitis), and diminished sense of taste (dysgeusia). Outline independent nursing actions that will assist J.B. in managing mucositis and xerostomia. Mucositis