The nurse is administering medications to a patient with kidney disease. Which is the nurse's priority action?
A. Hold medications if urinary output is low.
B. Assess the patient for medication toxicity.
C. Administer all medications via the intravenous route.
D. Hold all drugs that are excreted by the renal system.
Answer: B. Assess the patient for medication toxicity.
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A) The high prevalence of mental impairment among the elderly B) The diversity of the older adult population C) The fact that most older people live below the poverty line D) The lack of family support that is the norm among the elderly
A client is admitted with third-degree burns of the upper arms and chest. When assessing the client, the nurse should expect the skin to appear as:
1. white with patches of blackened skin. 2. bluish-purple with blisters. 3. diffusely bright red and swollen. 4. reddened and covered with blisters.
A mastectomy care plan should address psychosocial problems of the patient. What should this be directed toward?
a. Caring for the wound and dressings b. Finding an appropriate support group c. Educating for methods for controlling edema d. Helping the patient express feelings and concerns
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