Which of the following, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is the only use for lidocaine 5% (Lidoderm) patch?
a) Epidural anesthesia
b) Postherpetic neuralgia
c) General anesthesia
d) Diabetic neuropathy
Ans: b) Postherpetic neuralgia
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1. Obtain a blood sample to send to the lab for electrolyte analysis. 2. Begin oxygen per nasal cannula at 1 liter. 3. Medicate for pain. 4. Begin administration of intravenous fluids.
A patient with a history of renal calculi has progressively lost renal function and is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of chronic renal failure. The physician has prescribed polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate)
Which of the following is the best reason to use this drug in renal failure? A) To lower serum phosphate levels B) To correct acidosis C) To lower serum potassium levels D) To prevent constipation from sorbitol use
Which behaviors foster active listening? (Select all that apply.)
a. Encouraging the speaker by saying, "Tell me more" b. Limiting verbal ventilation because it is not focused c. Sitting in an open posture such as leaning forward d. Engagement in a task e. Good eye contact at eye level and nodding of the head
Which client is the best candidate to receive hypodermoclysis for IV therapy?
a. Client requiring 4000 mL normal saline in 24 hours b. Client with an extensive burn injury c. Client with allergy to hyaluronidase d. Client receiving pain management