A patient returns from surgery for removal of a pituitary tumor that has not extended into the intracranial vault
The nurse observes a large amount of clear drainage from the nose. The nurse expects the physician to order a glucose test of the drainage to confirm
a. that infection has not occurred.
b. that a shift in osmolality has not occurred.
c. that the drainage is postoperative serous drainage.
d. that the drainage is CSF from a cerebrospinal leak.
D
To differentiate cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage from postoperative serous drainage, a specimen is tested for glucose content. A CSF leak is confirmed by glucose values of 30 mg/dL or greater.
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The nursing instructor is discussing the care of oncology patients with her junior nursing students. The instructor presents this scenario: An oncology patient develops erythema following radiation therapy. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do
A) Apply ice to the area. B) Keep the area cleanly shaven. C) Apply petroleum ointment to the affected area. D) Avoid using soap on the area of treatment.
Which question would the nurse ask to best assess an older female client's report that she is experiencing decreased sexual pleasure?
a. "When did you first notice the problem?" b. "Which medications are you currently taking?" c. "What do you mean by decreased sexual pleasure?" d. "Is your partner also experiencing a problem?"
A nurse researcher is designing an experiment. The nurse is aware that participants in the experimental group serve what function?
a. They receive a placebo. b. They receive the treatment. c. They provide a baseline for data measurement. d. None of the above are true.
When administering sucralfate, which action by the nurse is most correct?
a. giving the drug with meals b. giving the drugs on an empty stomach c. instructing the patient to restrict fluids d. waiting 30 minutes before administering other drugs