The nurse is acting as preceptor for a novice nurse. Which action by the novice nurse requires the nurse preceptor to intervene?
A. Labeling medications placed in a medication cup.
B. Removing prepackaged medication and placing in a medication cup.
C. Keeping narcotics separated from other medications that need to be administered.
D. Breaking scored tablets as needed for correct dosage.
Answer: B
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a. Assess level of consciousness. b. Obtain vital signs. c. Administer oxygen therapy. d. Evaluate respiratory status.
A client with newly diagnosed renal cancer is questioning why detection was delayed. Which is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Squamous cell carcinomas do not present with detectable symptoms." B) "You should have sought treatment earlier." C) "Very few symptoms are associated with renal cancer." D) "Painless gross hematuria is the first symptom in renal cancer."
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A patient is admitted after a fall that has resulted in spinal shock. When asked by the family how long the paralysis is likely to last, the nurse's response is based on which understanding?
1. Spinal shock usually results in temporary paralysis. 2. There will likely be some minor improvement in the degree of paralysis. 3. Spinal shock is irreversible and the paralysis is likely to be permanent. 4. The severity of the injuries cannot be determined until the spinal shock resolves.