A client who is undergoing skeletal traction complains of pressure on bony areas. Which of the following nursing actions would comfort the client?
A) Assist with range-of-motion and isometric exercises.
B) Change the client's position within prescribed limits.
C) Administer prescribed analgesics.
D) Apply warm compresses.
B
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An infant weighing 3 lb, 7 oz has apnea of prematurity. The nurse needs to administer the loading dose of caffeine citrate (Cafcit). The dose for this is____________________ mg
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Which of the following is FALSE regarding the three aspects of health-care evaluation?
A) Structural factors guarantee quality health care. B) Processes include evaluation of the care that nurses and respiratory therapists provide. C) Outcome measures evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by nursing and other health-care team members D) A comprehensive evaluation of health care includes structure, process, and outcomes.
A 2-year-old patient has to have ear drops administered. What is the correct procedure for the nurse to administer the ear drops?
A) Straighten the ear canal by pulling the pinna up and back. B) Straighten the ear canal by pulling the pinna down and back. C) Patient should rest on affected side for 10 to 15 minutes. D) Patient should rest on unaffected side for 5 to 10 minutes.
During patient rounds with the multidisciplinary team, the nurse expresses disagreement with the type of medication prescribed for her patient hospitalized for renal failure. What is the likely result of the nurse's speaking up?
a. Reduces the opportunity for inadvertent error in clinical judgment b. Increases the risk for medical liability when pointing out possible error c. Interferes with the good working relationship among the healthcare team d. Compromises the nurse's reputation as a collaborative team member