Which platelet value should the nurse report immediately to the physician?
A) 9,000 uL
B) 150,000/uL
C) 200,000/uL
D) 300,000/uL
A) 9,000 uL
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a. "I will warm the medication before administration." b. "I will mix the medicine in 8 ounces of juice." c. "I will give two doses of the medication the first day." d. "I will have my child drink the entire dose of the liquid at one time."
The nurse is visiting a family with a toddler and school-age child. Which teaching should the nurse provide to the parents that would be appropriate for both children?
A) Increased freedom B) Actions to ensure safety C) Encourage independent thinking D) Importance of school experiences
Which of the following statements describes management more so than it describes leadership?
A. It is "tidy," with steps clearly outlined. B. It is more of an art than a science. C. It focuses on renewal of individuals and the group. D. It seems to generate relative disorder.
A patient experiencing primary insomnia asks the nurse, "I take a nap during the day. Doesn't that make up for a lost night's sleep?" Select the nurse's best reply
a. "Circadian drives give daytime naps a structure different from nighttime sleep." b. "The body clock operates on a 24-hour cycle, making nap effectiveness unpredictable." c. "It is a matter of habit and expectation. We expect to be more refreshed from a night's sleep." d. "Sleep restores homeostasis but works more efficiently when aided by melatonin secreted at night."