A 72-year-old man who is unable to sleep since admission into the hospital is given a hypnotic medication at 9 PM. The nurse finds the patient drowsy and confused at 10 AM the next day. The nurse is aware that this behavior is most likely due to
A) decreased hepatic function.
B) a toxic effect.
C) an allergic reaction.
D) increased renal function.
A
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A) providing morning hygiene. B) lifting or mobilizing a patient. C) performing patient assessments. D) approaching unfamiliar patients.
Which of the following best describes what happened after the Medicare Modernization Act of 2003 was enacted?
a. Additional restrictions in coverage were imposed. b. Experimental treatments were approved for reimbursement. c. Reimbursement procedures became more efficient. d. A prescription drug benefit was added.
A patient has lost over 1,000 mL of blood during a surgical procedure that is estimated to continue for at least another 2 hours. The nurse anesthetist prepares to administer packed red blood cells during the procedure
Which patient care activity is the nurse anesthetist conducting? 1. Anesthesia maintenance 2. Preanesthetic preparation 3. Postanesthesia care 4. Perianesthetic clinical support
A postpartum patient received corticosteroids during pregnancy, delivered by cesarean and subsequently developed endometritis. The incision is red, warm, and very sensitive to touch, and remains febrile despite antibiotic therapy. What is the most importa
A) Wound care and hand washing B) Strict adherence to antibiotic therapy C) Proper perineal care D) Use of warm compresses and sitz baths