A nurse is planning the care of a client receiving opioid analgesia. What is considered a priority in planning this care?
a. Monitoring respiratory rate
b. Listening for adventitious breath sounds
c. Assessing for speed of pupillary reaction
d. Increasing the IV fluid flow rate
ANS: A
Assessing respiratory rate is a priority with medications that may cause respiratory depression.
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Which of the following is an advantage of home care over hospital care for the pregnant patient?
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A new registered nurse asks the registered nurse (RN) preceptor what could be done to become more professional. What is the preceptor's best response?
a. "Attend nursing educational meetings." b. "Listen to other nurses." c. "Read the agency newsletter." d. "Pass the licensing exam."
The client is scheduled for an eye exam. Prior to the exam, the physician will put a cycloplegic drug, atropine sulfate (Isopto Atropine), eyedrops in the client's eyes. What will the nurse teach the client about these eyedrops?
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