An example of a first-dose reaction that may occur includes:
1. Orthostatic hypotension that does not occur with repeated doses
2. Purple glove syndrome with phenytoin use
3. Hemolytic anemia from ceftriaxone use
4. Contact dermatitis from neomycin use
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A postpartum client who is bottle feeding her newborn asks, "When should I expect that my period will return?" Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "It's difficult to say but it will probably return in about 2 to 3 weeks." B) "It varies, but you can estimate it returning in about 7 to 9 weeks." C) "You won't have to worry about its return for at least 3 months." D) "You don't have to worry about that now. It'll be quite a while."
The nurse is performing a head-to-toe assessment on an older adult client who was admitted to the hospital with dehydration. Which of the following findings are consistent with this condition? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Tenting noted on dorsal aspect of client's hand when skin turgor was assessed. 2. Client has produced 175 milliliters over the last 8 hours. 3. Dentures are loose, small sores noted in oral mucosa. 4. Healthcare provider notes client exhibiting xerostomia. 5. Client's apical heart rate is 82 beats per minute.
Locking patients in rooms, denying use of the telephone, and restraining a patient who is not intoxicated, mentally ill, disoriented, or a substance abuser is an example of:
a. defamation. c. false imprisonment. b. libel. d. slander.
The nurse is caring for a pt who was burned in a house fire. The right arm is heavily bandaged and there is an intravenous line that was placed in the left forearm after 3 attempts. Which action does the nurse take related to obtaining VS?
a. A BP is not needed because the pt is awake, alert, and talking to the nurse. b. A smaller cuff should be used to cover less of the upper arm c. The BP should be taken on the popliteal artery d. The systolic pressure should be palpated from the radial artery