Which action should the nurse take first when the patient has a score of 4 on the sedation rating scale?
a. Stimulate the patient.
b. Prepare to administer naloxone (Narcan).
c. Administer a dose of pain medication.
d. Notify the physician immediately.
ANS: A
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Failures and inadequacies in the health care facility's operation and organization are often misinterpreted as ethical issues. These issues are known as
a. systems problems. c. ethical issues. b. social problems. d. governmental problems.
The nurse is caring for an older client who has been getting more confused recently. What other characteristics might the family notice that alerts the nurse that the client may be at risk for wan-dering?
a. The client paces and cannot be redirected easily. b. The client sleeps 6 hours at night and takes a brief nap during the day. c. The client gets tired when cleaning the kitchen after cooking dinner. d. The client uses a space heater for supple-mental heat.
What are the benefits to the organization from greater patient satisfaction?
a. Fewer malpractice suits b. Lower acuity c. Higher employee benefits d. Fewer call lights to answer
While providing oral care for patients, a nurse should assess the mouth for
1. Decaying, broken, or missing teeth. 2. Ulcerations of the mucosa. 3. Leukoplakia. 4. All of the above.