A patient is taking an antibiotic that is known to cause photosensitivity in some patients. Which of the following nursing measures would ensure the comfort of this patient and hopefully prevent serious adverse effects?
A) Avoiding the use of aspirin and other over-the-counter pain products
B) Getting a wig or other head cover to avoid heat loss
C) Avoiding exposure to sunlight and use a sunscreen and protective clothing if exposure is inevitable
D) Providing frequent rest periods in a dark room
C
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The nurse is preparing a medication for injection. Which of the following should the nurse do when preparing or providing this medication?
a. Change needles after drawing up medication from an ampule. b. Recap the needle after administering an injection. c. Inject air equal to the amount of medication to be withdrawn when drawing up medication from an ampule. d. Break the ampule by snapping the top off with the bare fingers.
A client presents at the ER with dyspnea, dizziness, and angina. An ECG shows dysrhythmias are present and a murmur can be heard upon auscultation. These are classic symptoms of which of the following disorders?
A) Hypertropic cardiomyopathy B) Chronic rheumatic heart disease C) Bacterial endocarditis D) Angina pectoris
It is critical for the perinatal nurse to learn, as part of the facility's policies and procedures, to immediately perform a vaginal examination on a woman who presents with vaginal bleeding after 24 weeks gestation
A) True B) False
The nurse is assisting a patient with psoriasis apply coal tar to the skin. What action should the nurse anticipate providing after the tar is applied to the patient?
a. Expose the patient UV light. b. Application of occlusive dressings. c. Have the patient sit in a warm environment. d. Provide the patient with 16 ounces of warm fluids.