Once the do not resuscitate (DNR) decision has been made, the order should be
A) witnessed by the charge nurse.
B) written, signed, and dated by the physician.
C) posted at the head of the patient's bed.
D) made known to all the family members.
B
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Recalculate the mL/hr when this increase is put into effect. _____ a. 42 b. 94 c. 156 d. 175
The nurse is providing care to a client with an arrhythmia. For which arrhythmia will the nurse administer prescribed digoxin?
A. Atrial fibrillation B. Atrial flutter C. Premature ventricular contractions D. Sinus bradycardia
Of the doses on hand, you would select Zofran ________ to administer the dose ordered. Ordered: Zofran 4 mg PO nowOn hand: Zofran 8 mg scored tablets; Zofran injection 2 mg/mL multidose vial
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following interview questions asked by the nurse is best directed at assessing a common symptom of chlamydia?
a. "Do you have any sores on your genitals (privates)?" b. "Remember that a fever can be a sign of this sexually transmitted infection (STI)." c. "Have you been experiencing any burning with urinating (making your water)?" d. "Have you noticed a red rash on your perineal area (between your legs)?"