Answer the following questions by supplying either the medical abbreviation or the interpretation of the medical abbreviation
q.h
every hour
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A leader who bases decisions on group consensus and often solicits member input is exhibiting what leadership style?
a. Laissez-faire b. Nondirective c. Democratic d. Authoritarian
Which of the following situations would be considered safe when encountered by the nurse who is making a home visit?
1. A group of teens is sitting on the stairs in front of the patient's apartment. 2. Parking is only available three blocks from the patient's house because there is no space in front of the house. 3. The family dog is on a chain in the front yard. 4. The door of the home is open when the nurse arrives.
The nurse is teaching a client about the use of antihistamines for allergic rhinitis. Which pointer is appropriate for increasing effectiveness?
1. "Take this drug at the same time every day." 2. "Take this drug with the largest meal of the day." 3. "Take this drug when your symptoms are the worst." 4. "Take this drug before you are exposed to your allergens."
A 70-year-old male arrives in the emergency department and says, "I haven't urinated in 24 hours. I feel like I have to go, but I can't." What care should the nurse anticipate providing first?
a. STAT administration of IV fluids b. Emergency preparation for a cystoscopy c. STAT insertion of an indwelling catheter d. Emergency preparation for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP)