An ambulatory pt has sought treatment of symptoms of GBS. IV immunoglobulin therapy has been prescribed. which precaution does the nurse expect with this therapy?
a. it is given concurrently with plasmapheresis
b. a shunt must be placed prior to beginning the therapy
c. IV immunoglobulin is given slowly when started
d. 3 or 4 treatments are given 1-2 days apart
Answer: c. IV immunoglobulin is given slowly when started
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A) Continue administering medicines as prescribed. B) Discontinue the prescribed medication. C) Consult the physician for a gradual decrease in the dosage of the prescribed medication. D) Consult the physician for an increase in the dosage of the prescribed medication.
Tuning forks with a frequency of 500 to 1000 Hz are most commonly used to measure:
a. buzzing or tingling sensations. b. buzzing from bone conduction. c. hearing range of normal speech. d. noise above the threshold level.
The length of time insulin works is referred to as the
A. trough. B. onset. C. peak. D. duration.
The uterine contractions of a woman early in the active phase of labor are assessed by an internal uterine pressure catheter (IUPC)
The nurse notes that the intrauterine pressure at the peak of the contraction ranges from 65 to 70 mm Hg and the resting tone range is 6 to 10 mm Hg. The uterine contractions occur every 3 to 4 minutes and last an average of 55 to 60 seconds. On the basis of this information, the nurse should: a. Notify the woman's primary health care provider immediately. b. Prepare to administer an oxytocic to stimulate uterine activity. c. Document the findings because they reflect the expected contraction pattern for the active phase of labor. d. Prepare the woman for the onset of the second stage of labor.