An older client with osteoarthritis is discussing pain relief with a nurse. The client has been advised to take
acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain. Instructions should include which of the following information?
A) Excessive acetaminophen can cause gastrointestinal irritation.
B) The maximum amount of acetaminophen ingested should not exceed 4 grams in a 24-hour period.
C) Acetaminophen cannot be used with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
D) Taking acetaminophen around-the-clock will slow the progression of osteoarthritis.
B
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A 51-year-old female client who is 2 days postoperative in a surgical unit of a hospital is at risk of developing atelectasis as a result of being largely immobile. Which of the following teaching points by her nurse is most appropriate?
A) "Being in bed increases the risk of fluid accumulating between your lungs and their lining, so it's important for you to change positions often." B) "You should breathe deeply and cough to help your lungs expand as much as possible while you're in bed." C) "Make sure that you stay hydrated and walk as soon as possible to avoid us having to insert a chest tube." D) "I'll proscribe bronchodilator medications that will help open up your airways and allow more oxygen in."
In the developmental theory of Freud, the period in which the child's energy is directed toward expanding cognitive and physical skills is ___________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse has delegated the task of obtaining vital signs on a new admission to a UAP (unlicensed assistive personnel). The task is completed, but the vitals were not recorded accurately. Who is fully responsible for this action?
1. The UAP 2. The nurse 3. Both the UAP and the nurse 4. The nurse manager on the unit
Which best describes the reason Situational Leadership® is so practical for managers to use?
a. It assists in relating demographics to leadership b. It is only applicable to lower-level managers c. It is straightforward d. It is specific