Insulin glargine is prescribed for a hospitalized diabetic patient. When will the nurse administer this drug?
1. Approximately 15-30 minutes before each meal
2. In the morning and at 4 PM
3. Once daily at bedtime
4. After meals and at bedtime
Correct Answer: 3
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a. Hemarthrosis b. Hematuria c. Hemoptysis d. Hemosiderosis
The nurse manager of the childbirth center has been instructed to implement a cost savings plan by downsizing nonprofessional staff. Which is the most important task for the manager?
1. Reorganize workload and assign tasks. 2. Inspire staff to commit to the organization goals. 3. Evaluate outcomes and report to the administration. 4. Plan transitional activities.
A patient who has sustained third-degree facial burns and a facial fracture is undergoing reconstructive surgery and implantation of a prosthesis. A nursing diagnosis for this patient includes disturbed body image relate to disfigurement
An appropriate nursing intervention related to this diagnosis would include what? A) Referral to a speech therapist B) Gradually adding soft foods to diet C) Administer analgesics as prescribed D) Teach how to use and care for the prosthesis
The use of avoidance strategies in coping with chronic illness
a) often causes patients to gain less information about their illness. b) may be psychologically beneficial early in the coping process. c) may prevent the patient from making important lifestyle changes in fighting their illness. d) all of the above