A patient taking valproic acid for seizures tells the nurse, "I drink a six-pack of beer daily and two to three six-packs on weekends" Based on this information, which further priority assessment is needed?
a. Plasma levels of valproic acid
b. Determining whether the patient takes the drug with meals
c. Liver function studies
d. Homocysteine levels
c
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The intensive care nurse is assessing a group of clients. Which clients does the nurse identify as likely requiring intubation? Select all that apply.
A) A client with a closed head injury. B) A client with severe laryngeal edema. C) A client with projectile vomiting. D) A client with cervical stenosis. E) A client with multiple rib fractures.
Complications of HELLP (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count) syndrome include
a. abruptio placentae, liver rupture, and pulmonary edema. b. neutropenia, liver hemorrhage, and pulmonary edema. c. disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), puerperal conditions, and chronic fatigue. d. pulmonary edema, DIC, and cor pulmonale.
The nurse is investigating an area of practice in which no research evidence is available. What types of non-research information should the nurse consider? (Select all that apply.)
a. Performance improvement and risk management data b. International, national and local standards of care c. Study with pre- and post-test design d. Benchmarking e. Retrospective or concurrent chart reviews
Directions: Calculate the dosage and shade in the dosage on the syringe where provided
Order: Regular Humulin Insulin U-100 12 units subcut stat Available: a. What will you administer using this syringe? _____ Shade in the appropriate dosage on the syringe. b. What will you administer using this syringe? _____ Shade in the appropriate dosage on the syringe.