The client with arthritis and all the following allergies is prescribed to take celecoxib (Celebrex) daily. Which allergy is most important for the nurse to report to the physician?
A. Latex
B. Peanut
C. Shellfish
D. Sulfa drugs
D
Many clients with an allergy to sulfa drugs have a cross-reactivity with celecoxib. This drug should be avoided in clients who have a known allergy to sulfa drugs in order to prevent a se-rious allergic reaction or anaphylaxis.
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How can the nurse reduce the spread of infection related to the use of the computer?
1. By cleaning the mouse and keyboard regularly 2. By turning the monitor so it cannot be seen by visitors 3. By using good body mechanics when sitting at the computer 4. By becoming familiar with facility policies regarding data entry
Which intrapartal assessment should be avoided when caring for a woman with HELLP syndrome?
a. Auscultation of the heart and lungs b. Abdominal palpation c. Checking deep tendon reflexes d. Venous sample of blood
The RN is documenting the patient's complaint of pain rated a 6 on a scale of 0 to 10 . Which of the following would be the most appropriate chart entry, if made by the nurse?
a. Pt. complaining of pain. MD notified. b. Pt complaining of pain rated at 6 on a scale of 0-10, states "My left leg is really hurting." Pt. grimacing, voice elevated. MD notified. c. Pt. complaining of pain rated at 6 on a scale of 0-10 . Appears to be in pain. MD notified. d. Pt. complaining of pain rated 6 . Wants more pain medication; appears to be drug-seeking. MD notified.
A patient diagnosed with terminal cancer tells the nurse that she knows everything about a living will. Upon assessment, the nurse realizes the patient needs additional instruction on this type of advance directive when the patient makes which statements?
Select all that apply. 1. "A living will is a document in which I designate someone to make healthcare-related decisions for me in the event I become unconscious." 2. "A living will is a document in which I designate someone to make healthcare and legal decisions for me in the event I become unconscious." 3. "A living will is a document in which I designate my personal wishes and which directions to follow in the event I become unconscious." 4. "A living will is a document in which I designate which directions to follow in the event I become unconscious, but the directions can be modified by my family." 5. "A living will is a document in which my family designates someone to make decisions for me in the event I become unconscious."