What are the first three actions you should take?
What will be an ideal response?
• Take a set of VS.
• Assess for signs of hypovolemia.
• Connect the oxygen to the in-room source.
• Call the physician.
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Which of the following are basic responsibilities of nurses who administer psychotherapeutic drugs? (Select all that apply.)
a. Monitoring and evaluating the client's response to the medication b. Continually assessing the client's condition c. Adjusting medication dosages according to therapeutic levels d. Assisting in the coordination of the client's care e. Teaching clients about their medications f. Administering prescribed medications
Hospitals beginning to use the electronic health record (EHR) for documentation of patient care are sometimes faced with many obstacles. What may be seen when the EHR system is first initi-ated?
a. Limited storage for records b. Resistance from staff c. Many "crashes" of the system d. Many disruptions from the access of mul-tiple users
A patient with a casted, fractured left leg asks why the leg has to be elevated. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
a. "Decreases swelling." b. "Prevents cast cracking." c. "Increases your comfort." d. "Allows the cast to dry evenly."
MC This newly admitted female client is 5'6" and weighs 165 pounds. What is her BMI?
A. 20 B. 26.6 C. 27.5 D. 30