You are working in a hospital setting. A new client, who is Latin American, is getting settled and her family is in attendance
A physician enters and informs the client that she requires surgery and asks that she sign the necessary documents. The client refuses and becomes agitated. Which of the following might be the reason for the client's reluctance to sign the documents?
A) The client is reluctant to have the surgery.
B) A decision of importance is made by the family as a group.
C) The client does not feel comfortable with the surgeon.
D) The client is medicated and is having difficulty making a decision.
B
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Using the WHO pain ladder, the nursing plan of care for a patient with chronic lower back pain should include which strategy?
A) Start with the first step and advance slowly up the ladder. B) Treat breakthrough pain with a long-acting analgesic. C) Administer an opioid and then slowly move back down the ladder. D) Aim for complete pain control as the goal of therapy.
The client received lispro (Humalog) insulin with breakfast. Two hours later, the client experiences tachycardia, confusion, sweating, and drowsiness. Why are these symptoms occurring?
1. The client is experiencing hyperglycemia. 2. The client is experiencing an allergic reaction to lispro (Humalog). 3. The client is experiencing a myocardial infarction. 4. The client is experiencing hypoglycemia.
When acid urine is needed to enhance the action of a drug, ________ or ________ may be given.
What will be an ideal response?
When replacing a transdermal patch, wear disposable gloves, or cover the old patch with a tissue to prevent any of the remaining medication on the patch from absorbing into your ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).