Which are associated with both mineral deficiencies and toxicities?
A) Iron in hemosiderosis and hemochromatosis
B) Iodine in goiter and myxedema
C) Zinc in hypogonadism and delayed wound healing
D) Copper in Menkes and Wilson diseases
D) Copper in Menkes and Wilson diseases
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In response to a patient's nausea, the nurse has mixed a dose of an antiemetic with 50 mL of sterile normal saline and will administer the dose by IV piggyback. What is the rationale for the use of IV piggyback?
A) The patient is receiving continuous IV fluids in addition to IV medications. B) The patient must be continuously monitored to gauge the effect of the medication. C) The patient has failed to adhere to the prescribed treatment regimen. D) The patient's electrolyte levels are volatile.
Which of the following older adults is using his or her mobility device most appropriately?
A) Mr. B, who says that his cane helps him stay more balanced and stable when he walks. B) Mrs. A, who has begun using a walker in order to prevent further deterioration of her mobility. C) Mrs. D, who uses a wheelchair to get around her care facility because she is unable to walk quickly. D) Mrs. L. who uses an adjustable cane to help support her weaker side during transfers.
An infant has had surgery to correct a congenital heart defect. The physician placed a chest tube in the infant. The nurse should carry out which of the following interventions to maintain the integrity of the tubes:
a. Maintain the bottles above the level of the chest b. Keep rubber-shod Kelly clamps available at all times c. Have a sterile gauze dressing available to place over the site if the tube is removed d. Do not allow the infant to be transported until the tubes are removed
How much naloxone should you give to a 6.5-pound newborn with respiratory depression secondary to maternal narcotic administration?
A) 0.3 mg B) 0.4 mg C) 0.5 mg D) 0.6 mg