In an ICU, you would ________ the dosage of some medications based on patient response.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
titrate
The dose of some medications is titrated based on patient response.
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This mass is most likely a(n) a. direct inguinal hernia. c. femoral hernia. b. grossly enlarged inguinal lymph node. d. indirect inguinal hernia.
What is the most common causative agent of bacterial endocarditis?
a. Staphylococcus albus b. Streptococcus hemolyticus c. Staphylococcus albicans d. Streptococcus viridans
During initial assessment of a client who has just suffered a head injury, a nurse notes that the pupils have an ovoid appearance. What is the nurse's best first action?
A. Anticipate intervention for increased ICP after notifying the physician. B. Document the finding after completing a full physical assessment. C. Place the client in Trendelenburg position after ensuring that the blood pressure is normal. D. Evaluate visual acuity and accommodation after verifying this finding with another nurse.
The nurse assesses the client's IV infusion and notes that it is infusing slowly. Which should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
1. Observe for hypervolemia. 2. Check elevation of IV fluid. 3. Check position of extremity. 4. Increase the rate of infusion. 5. Discontinue IV insertion site. 6. Reevaluate fluid calculations.