A patient who has a history of asthma is experiencing an acute episode of shortness of breath and needs to take a medication for immediate relief. Which medication will the nurse choose for this situation?
a. a beta agonist, such as albuterol
b. an antileukotriene, such as montelukast
c. a corticosteroid, such as fluticasone
d. an anticholinergic, such as ipratropium
Answer: a. a beta agonist, such as albuterol
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The nurse reflecting on the nursing role within the mental health team, understands that the main purpose of delivering care using a multidisciplinary team is to do which of the following?
1. Maximize the efficiency of the health care team with each team member learning from the others. 2. Increase the opportunity for interpersonal interaction among the client, family, and team members. 3. Facilitate the case management process by delivering care using a multidisciplinary health care team. 4. Make the best use of the different abilities of mental health team members in order to facilitate client progress.
Choose the decimal with the greatest value
a. 7.2 b. 7.36 c. 7.02
Why is it important for the nurse to assess the bladder regularly and encourage the laboring client to void frequently?
1. A full bladder impedes oxygen flow to the fetus. 2. Frequent voiding prevents bruising of the bladder. 3. Frequent voiding encourages sphincter control. 4. A full bladder can impede fetal descent.
One of the primary factors that the nurse considers when setting priorities for the client in the acute care setting after cardiac surgery is the client's:
A) support system. B) medical orders. C) past medical history. D) condition.