After conducting an in-service with a group of nurses about substance misuse by health care professionals, the instructor determines that the nurses need additional instruction when they identify which as a risk factor?
A) Younger age
B) Social contact
C) Access to narcotics
D) Job strain
B
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a. Radiologic confirmation b. Auscultation of injected air c. Aspiration of stomach contents d. Verification of tape placement on tube
When assessing a client for the typical signs and symptoms of Parkinson disease, which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to find?
1. Tremors, a masklike facial expression, and a rigid posture 2. Shuffling gait, confusion, and postural instability 3. Tremors and hyperkinesia 4. A masklike expression and generalized muscle weakness
The postanesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse determines that the patient's Aldrete score is 9 . Which statement correctly describes the meaning of this score?
a. The patient is at an increased risk for postoperative respiratory complications. b. The patient's condition warrants close monitoring. c. The patient is experiencing severe pain. d. The patient will soon be transferred to the postoperative unit.
An older patient having preoperative diagnostic testing has an elevated carbon dioxide level. What should the nurse be monitoring for this patient?
A. Serum sodium level B. Respiratory status and arterial blood gases C. Serum potassium level D. Intake and output