What clinical manifestation would alert the nurse to an adverse effect of the medication oxiliplatin (Eloxatin)?
A. Irregular heart rate
B. Abdominal distention
C. Increased blood pressure
D. Decreased touch sensation
D
The dose-limiting toxicity for oxiliplatin is peripheral sensory neuropathy. Clients can exhibit decreased sense of touch.
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The nurse is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery. Which of the following risk factors increase this client's susceptibility to infection? (Select all that apply.)
a. invasive procedures b. rupture of amniotic membrane c. trauma d. inadequate primary defenses e. immunosuppression f. chronic disease g. insufficient knowledge to avoid exposure
What is an example of a locally acting antiemetic?
A) Phenothiazine B) Antacid C) Nonphenothiazine D) Antihistamine
Why are hemoglobin levels in older adult clients generally lower than those of younger adults?
A. Many older adults have an iron-deficient diet. B. Red blood cells are more fragile and more easily broken in the older adult client. C. Older adults require less hemoglobin because they lead more sedentary life styles. D. Blood cell volume of older adults is decreased as a result of decreased total body water.
The ANA's proposal for entry level for professional practice initiated debate among nurses. Which of the following would be at greatest risk if the ANA proposal were implemented?
1. An RN with an associate degree who has a head nurse position. 2. An RN with a BSN who is a staff nurse. 3. An RN with a diploma who works overtime. 4. An RN with an associate degree who is currently in school.