When explaining the purpose and characteristics of reporting to the new graduate, the nurse summarizes the common features as
1. Individualized
2. Concise
3. Written
4. SBAR format
2
Rationale: Reporting may be given to a group of nurses or to the nurse taking over the nurse's assigned clients.
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Which of the following IV solutions is recommended for treatment of prerenal failure?
a. Dextrose in water c. Albumin b. Normal saline d. Lactated Ringer solution
Which of the following examples represent "elderspeak?" (Select all that apply.)
a. "Ok, honey, let's get a bath now." b. "Oh, dear! We better get you a clean diaper." c. "Today is Tuesday, Mr. Brown. It's your dialysis day." d. "My gracious, Mary! What in the world are you doing out here in the hall?" e. "You naughty girl! Just look at the front of your dress." ANS: A, B, D, E Using baby talk and endearing names is demeaning and is a subtle form of abuse. Giving direct information to the patient, treating the patient as an adult, and using the patient's proper name are respectful types of dialogue.
Some patients may consider an uncomfortable noise level an invasion of privacy.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A patient receiving morphine sulfate 5 mg IV every 4 hours around the clock and acetaminophen PO every 4 hours reports intense itching. Assuming all are ordered, which prn medication should the nurse administer?
a. Ibuprofen (Motrin) b. Fentanyl (Duragesic) c. Nalbuphine (Nubain) d. Methadone (Dolophine)