Bath water should be changed when it becomes soiled, dirty, soapy, or cool, or when an area to be washed, such as the perineal area, needs clean water
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
F
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Which of the following medications will likely be used in an attempt to eradicate the patient's H. pylori infection? (Select all that apply.) A) Antibiotics B) A PPI C) Aluminum hydroxide D) Ondansetron (Zofran) E) Cisapride (Propulsid)
The hospitalized postsurgical patient is reluctant to take the opioid pain medication because of drowsiness. The most informative response made by the nurse would be that:
a. mental stimulation after the medication will keep the patient more alert. b. sleep and analgesia promote healing. c. drowsiness is an undesirable side effect. d. the medication should be taken only be-fore bedtime.
In what situation would the use of side rails not be considered a restraint?
A) The nurse keeps them raised at all times. B) The institution's policies mandate using side rails. C) A visitor requests their use. D) A patient requests they be up at night.
Giving nutrients through a catheter inserted into a vein is:
a. IV therapy b. Enteral nutrition c. Duodenal therapy d. Parenteral nutrition