Specific nursing interventions for a client with a continuous tube feeding include all of the following except:
a. maintaining elevation of head of bed.
b. providing frequent oral care.
c. checking serum level of iron.
d. assessing for dehydration.
c
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The mother of a 2-year-old expresses concern to the nurse that her child continually climbs out of the crib at home. What should the nurse advise the mother to do?
1. Omit the afternoon nap. 2. Place a crib net over the top of the crib. 3. Remove all objects from around the crib. 4. Restrain the child if he gets up more than once.
The nurse is preparing to assist a client in obtaining a sputum specimen and should place the client in which position?
A. Low Fowler's B. Side-lying C. Semi-Fowler's D. Trendelenburg
The nurse prepares a patient for a diagnostic procedure. Succinylcholine will be administered. Which information should be given to the patient?
1. There is a high risk of arrhythmias with the use of this agent. 2. Nerve damage may occur and will likely be permanent. 3. Transient muscle pain is common after the use of this agent. 4. This agent is not associated with any side effects.
Challenges facing home care will require that home care nurses
A) become certified in their infusion therapy and wound care to continue in the field. B) keep abreast of changes in regulations and documentation requirements. C) monitor hospitalizations of clients to prevent losing home funding. D) initiate telehomehealth with all home care clients.