When a safety reminder device (SRD) is used to protect a child, what is a responsibility of the nurse?
a. Apply it loosely
b. Remove it every 2 hours
c. Place it over clothing
d. Apply only one type
ANS: B
Any SRD should be removed every 2 hours.
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1. Peptic ulcer disease affects absorption of nutrients. 2. Peptic ulcer disease reduces the surface area of the stomach. 3. Medications used to treat peptic ulcer disease affect stomach acid. 4. Medications used to treat peptic ulcer disease block the absorption of vitamins.
A nurse who wishes to practice in another state: (Select all that apply.)
a. must retake the NCLEX®-RN for that state. b. should determine whether the state is a compact state. c. may obtain licensure by endorsement. d. must revoke licensure in the current state because nurses cannot be licensed in more than one state concurrently.
Analyze the drugs (primarily used as nasal decongestants) in each group below, and select the group of drugs that are available in the form of both nasal solution and ophthalmic drops.
A. Xylometazoline and tetrahydrozoline B. Naphazoline and tetrahydrozoline C. Naphazoline and xylometazoline D. None of these are correct.
The nurse is assessing a patient with Cushing syndrome. Which findings should the nurse report for immediate follow-up?
1. serum potassium 2.5 mEq/L and blood pressure 150/90 2. serum sodium 145 mEq/L and reports of muscle weakness 3. serum calcium 11 mg/dL and reports of feelings of depression 4. serum phosphorus 3 mg/dL and hirsutism