A client has hypertonic solution running via gravity at 100 mL/hour to decrease postoperative edema. Before transporting the client, the nurse sets the IV pole at the proper height to overcome the pressure within the client’s veins. What is that height?
Ans: at least 18 to 24 inches above infusion site
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Before the magnesium hydroxide therapy begins, it will be most important for the nurse to assess the patient's A) home environment. B) diet. C) activity level. D) medication history.
The best time to bathe an infant is:
a. at bedtime. b. early in the morning. c. after a feeding. d. before a feeding.
The graduate nurse understands the process of NCLEX-RN® Exam scoring and reporting when stating:
a. "The NCLEX-RN® Exam is scored on a pass/fail basis and is reported directly to the candidate.". b. "The candidate must score 80% or higher to be considered competent; scores are reported to the school.". c. "If the candidate must answer more than 365 questions, he or she will not pass the examination; scores are reported to the board of nursing.". d. "Scoring is based on the level of difficulty of the questions presented to the candi-date; scores are reported to the candidate.".
Most health promotion programs involve lifestyle behavioral changes. What occurs during the precontemplation stage?
A) The employee is considering making an effort to change behavior. B) The employee is weighing the pros and cons of change. C) The employee may not know how to make change and considers it impossible. D) The employee is made aware of benefits of change.