The patient has been placed on oxazepam (Serax). Which adverse reaction may be expected to occur with this drug?
a. Daytime sedation
b. Nausea
c. Diarrhea
d. Insomnia
ANS: A
Adverse reactions common with benzodiazepines include daytime sedation, ataxia, dizziness, and headaches.
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A nurse asks the mother of a 4-month-old to undress the infant. The nurse observes the mother taking off several layers of clothing, knowing that the outdoor temperature is 70°F. Which of these statements should the nurse make to the mother?
1. "My, you are dressing your infant warmly today." 2. "Did you think it was it cold when you left your home this morning?" 3. "I see that you have many layers of clothing on your baby. This could cause your baby's temperature to rise." 4. "When you leave the office, only put one layer of clothing on your baby."
The LPN/LVN is preparing to perform a focused assessment by body system. Appropriate actions include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Explaining the procedure. 2. Instructing clients to retain urine for the procedure. 3. Organizing the assessment so that several body areas can be assessed in one position. 4. Providing for privacy. 5. Preparing equipment.
The dose ordered is 40 mg. Solution available is 25 mg/mL. Calculate the dosage volume
What will be an ideal response?
On the Celsius scale, the average body temperature is
A. 98.6º. B. 32º. C. 90.3º. D. 37º.