Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about pain associated with myocardial infarction?
a) It is relieved by rest and inactivity
b) It is usually substernal in location
c) It is sudden in onset and prolonged in duration
d) It is vice-like and radiates to the shoulders and arms
Answer: a) It is relieved by rest and inactivity
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Following an in-service regarding cost containment within the health care facility, the LPN/LVN demonstrates understanding by: (Select all that apply.)
a. telling patients that they must limit the amount of supplies they use. b. asking the UAP to be sure to correctly charge for patient care items. c. using only necessary items for patient care. d. using and charging for extra patient care items that the patient may take home upon discharge. e. documenting supplies used for patients in their patient care record.
The nurse has completed education to the parents of a child newly diagnosed with tonic-clonic seizures. Which comments made by the parents would the nurse evaluate as indicating need for further education?
1. "Some of the times when I thought he was ignoring me may have actually been seizure activity." 2. "He just needs to focus more to prevent these attacks." 3. "I know he will outgrow these seizures with time." 4. "I hope we can help our son identify his seizure aura." 5. "We will watch for the development of status epilepticus."
The nurse teaches the patient about lisinopril (Prinivil) and evaluates that additional teaching is required when the patient makes which statement?
1. "I will monitor my blood pressure until my next appointment." 2. "I will avoid using salt substitutes for seasoning." 3. "It takes a while for this medication to take effect." 4. "I don't need to worry about having blood tests done."
A patient has been prescribed an adrenergic nasal spray. What medication instruction should the nurse provide? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "Do not share this spray with anyone." 2. "Sit upright while using this spray." 3. "Only use this spray for 3–5 days." 4. "Do not shake the bottle before using this spray." 5. "Keep this spray refrigerated."