The nurse knows that as persons grow from childhood to adulthood, they respond to the realization that they are an autonomous being and therefore capable of controlling themselves. This realization forms what?
A) Patterns of thinking
B) Patterns of behavior
C) Secondary traits
D) Core traits
B
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The nurse is caring for a child in Bryant's skin traction. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for this child?
1. Remove the adhesive traction straps daily to prevent skin breakdown. 2. Check the traction frequently to ensure that proper alignment is maintained. 3. Place the child in a prone position to maintain good alignment. 4. Move the child as infrequently as possible to maintain traction.
A leading cause of death in critically ill patients is sepsis and septic shock. What nursing intervention is most directed toward preventing this life-threatening complication?
A) Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols B) Prompt initiation of isolation protocols C) Patient and family preventive teaching D) Sterile technique for care of intravenous sites
Safe dosage range: Dobutamine 2.5 to 20 mcg/kg/min
Available: Dobutamine 250 mg in 250 mL D5W The IV flow rates for the lowest and highest dosages for a client who weighs 143 lb are _____ and _____. a. 9.75 and 39 mg/hr b. 10 and 78 mL/hr c. 5 and 20 mL/hr d. 16 and 65 mg/hr
The nurse is caring for an infant with a temporary ileostomy. As part of the nursing plan of care, the nurse monitors for skin breakdown around the stoma
If redness occurs, which action would be most appropriate to promote healing and prevent further skin breakdown? A) Cleaning the area well with a scented diaper wipe B) Applying a barrier/healing cream or paste on the skin C) Using a barrier wafer (such as Stomahesive) to attach the appliance D) Sanitizing the area with an alcohol wipe after each diaper change