A patient is admitted with possible botulism poisoning after eating home-canned green beans. Which intervention ordered by health care provider will the nurse question?
a. Encourage oral fluids to 3 L/day
b. Document neurologic symptoms
c. Position patient lying on the side
d. Observe respiratory status closely
ANS: A
The patient should be maintained on NPO status because neuromuscular weakness increases risk for aspiration. Side-lying position is not contraindicated. Assessment of neurologic and respiratory status is appropriate.
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