If an adolescent has hepatitis B, what would be an important nursing action?
A) Conscientious collection of stool for ova and parasites
B) Strict calculation of caloric and vitamin B intake
C) Strict enforcement of standard precautions
D) Close observation to detect cerebral hallucinations
C
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The LPN/LVN may provide many services to the patient in the home. Several of these are high-level skills, but all of them must be performed under the direction and supervision of the:
a. physician. b. family. c. facility supervisor. d. RN.
After teaching a class about the factors that contribute to disasters, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following as the agent?
A) Population's age B) Radiation C) Level of preparedness D) Flood-prone location
A prescriber orders ramipril (Altace) for an obese patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus who has developed hypertension. The nurse provides teaching before dismissing the patient home
Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I am less likely to develop diabetic nephropathy when taking this medication." b. "I should check my blood sugar more often, because hyperglycemia is a side effect of this drug." c. "Taking this medication helps reduce my risk of stroke and heart attack." d. "This medication will probably prevent the development of diabetic retinopathy."
Which assessment should the nurse include in the treatment plan for a client receiving calcium intravenously (IV)?
A. Serum glucose levels B. Intravenous (IV) site C. Serum potassium levels D. Level of consciousness