A patient is 2 weeks past the delivery date of her baby. Her physician has admitted her into the hospital to induce her delivery. The nurse would expect to administer what drug of choice for the induction of labor?
1. Ergonovine
2. Methylergonovine
3. Oxytocin
4. Clomiphene
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Oxytocin is the drug of choice to induce labor in many areas of the country.
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A woman consulted the nurse practitioner because she had not been able to have an orgasm, despite having been sexually active for 2 years. She was very frustrated and felt it was harming the relationship with her spouse
Which nursing process evaluation of an identified patient outcome would best indicate that treatment has been successful? a. "Patient reports achieving orgasm last week; seems very happy.". b. "Reports satisfaction with sexual encounters; feels spouse is supportive.". c. "Reports achieving orgasm occasionally; relationship with spouse is ‘OK'.". d. "Patient offers no complaints related to sexual function; to return next week.".
The nurse is caring for a mechanically intubated patient with a history of developing pneumonia when intubated. Which of the following should the nurse do to prevent the onset of pneumonia for this patient?
1. Increase intravenous fluids. 2. Suction only when necessary. 3. Provide prophylactic medication to prevent stress ulcer formation. 4. Keep head of bed elevated and provide oral care.
Which of the following statements shows the best understanding of Kübler-Ross's Five Stages of Dying?
1. "Crying is an expected behavior of the Depression Stage." 2. "There are tasks the client completes as they work toward acceptance." 3. "People grieve in the manner in which they are most culturally comfortable" 4. "Given enough time and support, most achieves acceptance of their own death."
Despite the fact that all nurses face the potential risk of being named in a lawsuit there are measures that nurses can take to significantly reduce this risk. Which of the following measures has the greatest potential to prevent a malpractice claim?
A) Complete continuing competence requirements on time B) Carry adequate liability insurance that provides comprehensive coverage C) Avoid interacting with clients or patients without a witness D) Maintain a high-quality standard of nursing care