A patient with congestive heart failure requires medication administration. Which of the following IV solutions would be MOST appropriate to use?
A. Five percent dextrose in water
B. An isotonic colloid
C. Lactated ringers
Answer: A. Five percent dextrose in water
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Decreased renal mass and reduced glomerular filtration make it especially important that nurses:
A) Assist elderly patients with frequent toileting B) Ensure that age-adjusted drug dosages are prescribed C) Look for signs of urinary tract infections D) Frequently check urine for glucose
The nurse manager received the following email from the director of nursing:
TO: Nurse Manager, RN FROM: Director of Nursing, RN DATE: Month, Day, Year SUBJECT: Staff Behavior Hi Janie, Yesterday when I was leaving work I saw two of your unlicensed assistive personnel sitting outside on the wall having a cigarette. As you know our organization has a 'No Smoking on Campus' policy. I expect that you will handle discussing this with your staff. Thanks! Marie How should the manager handle the message conveyed in this email? 1. Forward the staff the director's email 2. Print the email and give it to the staff 3. Reprimand the staff for violating hospital policy 4. Respond in email, asking why the director didn't counsel the staff
While discussing nutrition with the group of clients, the nurse explains that some vitamins and minerals work together. What trace element is an essential component of vitamin B12?
A) Nickel B) Selenium C) Cobalt D) Molybdenum
A multigravida client with suspected abruptio placentae is admitted in active labor. Which nursing diagnoses should the nurse identify as appropriate for this client? Select all that apply
1. Anxiety related to concern for own safety 2. Ineffective Coping related to premature birth 3. Fluid Volume, Risk for Deficit, related to hypovolemia 4. Tissue Perfusion, Risk for Altered, related to blood loss 5. Knowledge Deficit related to lack of information about inherited genetic defects