A patient fell on his first post-operative day following the internal fixation and open reduction of a
fractured femur. The patient's side rails were up, his call bell was in reach, and his bed was in the
lowest position.
The nurse instructed the patient to call for assistance when ambulating. If a lawsuit
is later filed, what allegation against the nurse is justified?
A) Malpractice
B) Negligence
C) Though a lawsuit can be filed the actions of the nurse reflect acceptable standards of practice.
D) Contributory negligence
C
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An older patient admitted with chest pain is prescribed Restoril 15 mg at bedtime. The usual dosage given to adults is 30 mg. What intervention would the nurse use for this patient?
1. Administer the drug as ordered. 2. Monitor the patient's renal function. 3. Ask the physician to change the dosage to 30 mg. 4. Give the drug and contact the doctor for a second dose if the patient does not fall asleep.
The nurse researcher is examining the factors that lead to liver cancer. What does the nurse recognize begins the process of cellular transformation in liver cancer?
A) Autoimmunity B) Allergic reaction C) Infection D) Inflammation
The medication order reads,
"Give ondansetron (Zofran) 4 mg, 30 minutes before beginning chemotherapy to prevent nausea." The nurse notes that the route is missing from the order. What is the nurse's best action? a. Give the medication intravenously because the patient might vomit. b. Give the medication orally because the tablets are available in 4-mg doses. c. Contact the prescriber to clarify the route of the medication ordered. d. Hold the medication until the prescriber returns to make rounds.
The nurse is caring for a client with COPD. It is time to do discharge teaching with this client. The nurse teaches the client about breathing exercises. What should the nurse include in the teaching?
A) Make inhalation longer than exhalation B) Exhale through an open mouth C) Use diaphragmatic breathing D) Use chest breathing