The nurse is preparing to assist a healthcare provider suture a laceration on a 2-year-old child. Prior to the procedure, which initial intervention should the nurse anticipate?
A. Wrapping the child in a blanket for restraint and safety during suturing
B. Applying a topical anesthetic prior to administering a local anesthetic with a needle
C. Administering a small dose of lorazepam (Ativan)
D. Requesting the parents to leave the room prior to the procedure
Answer: B
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After teaching a client about his prescribed cardiotonic drug therapy, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the client states which of the following?
A) "I will take the drug at the same time each day." B) "I can crush the tablet and mix it with food." C) "I should call if my pulse rate is below 80 beats per minute." D) "I need to notify my doctor if I have blurred vision."
Characteristics of a Magnet hospital include:
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