A 78-year-old client experiences a gran mal seizure. The nurse notes the time at the onset of the seizure. The seizure continues, exceeding 10 minutes. The nurse notifies the physician
Which of the following interventions can the nurse likely anticipate being ordered?
A) Administer 0.9% sodium chloride IV.
B) Administer an intravenous bolus of 10% dextrose.
C) Administer an intramuscular injection of diazepam.
D) Administer 5% dextrose solution IV.
A
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A patient is admitted to the unit for an autologous bone marrow transplant. During teaching, the nurse would tell the patient that the bone marrow for transplant will come from
a. an anonymous donor. b. her closest living relative. c. her own marrow. d. a friend.
Why are nursing organizations important for the continued development and improvement of nursing as a whole?
A) to provide socialization and networking for members B) to regulate work activities for members C) to set standards for nursing education and practice D) to provide information to nurses about legal requirements
Modify your behavior in response to the patient's behavior.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A nurse is assessing an infant. Which of the following findings are clincial manifestations of acute otitis media? (Select all that apply)
A. Decreased pain in the supine position B. Rolling head side to side C. Loss of appetite D. Increased sensitivity to sound E. Crying