The nurse is taking a rectal temperature on an adult patient. She expects to insert the thermometer __________ inches
Fill in the blanks with correct word
1.5
Gently insert the thermometer into the anus in the direction of the umbilicus 3.5 cm (1.5 inches) for an adult. Do not force the thermometer.
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The nurse is careful to follow which of the following ‘rights' of drug administration?(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Compare the MAR with the client's name band 2. Compute the dose 3. Document as soon as the medication is prepared 4. Use AM and PM as abbreviations 5. Double check the drug
A nurse assessing a patient with a nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication is aware that the least number of defining characteristics for this diagnosis is:
a. one. b. two. c. three. d. four.
An older client has been reading about the use of melatonin for sleep. Which statement best indicates to the nurse that the client understands instruction about taking this supplement?
1. "Melatonin is a hormone my body makes on its own without intervention." 2. "Nausea is the worst side effect associated with melatonin." 3. "Older adults have reduced levels of melatonin and need a supplement." 4. "A melatonin dose should be taken a few hours before bedtime."
After a stroke, a patient is having difficulty swallowing. The nurse may make a referral to what member of the healthcare team?
A) physical therapist C) social worker B) speech therapist D) respiratory therapist