Which statement is true regarding the patient who has given consent for a surgical procedure?
a. Information necessary to understand the nature of and reason for the surgery has been provided
b. The length of stay in the hospital has been preapproved by the managed care provider
c. Information about the surgeons experience has been provided
d. The nurse has provided detailed information about the surgical procedure
Answer: a. Information necessary to understand the nature of and reason for the surgery has been provided
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A staff nurse is late for work for the second time this week. When the manager mentions the tardiness, the nurse says, "I'm so sorry. I've just got so much going on with my impending wedding. I am so stressed
" Which responses by the manager would help this nurse cope? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "Good stress can be just as bad as negative stress." 2. "We need to get you back in balance." 3. "Your personal issues should not interfere with work." 4. "Weddings are fun, but they can be stressful as well." 5. "If you are late again, I am going to write you up."
A newly admitted patient required seclusion immediately on entering the inpatient unit. His assessment was incomplete, and no medical orders had been written. Immediately after secluding the patient, the priority action of the nurse should be to:
a. provide a chance for the patient to use the bathroom. b. notify the physician and obtain an order for seclusion. c. complete necessary forms and notify the unit manager. d. debrief the staff and any witnesses to the incident.
A patient comes to the emergency department with the complaint of severe vomiting and nausea and a temperature elevation to 101° F. The patient complains of stomach pain that radiates to his right scapula. These assessments suggest:
a. cholecystitis. b. hepatitis. c. pancreatitis. d. gastroenteritis.
The client with severe hypocalcemia is prescribed to receive an intravenous infusion of calcium chloride. Which nursing action or precaution is most specific for administration of this medication?
A. Observe container for presence of precipitates. B. Monitor pulse oximetry every 15 minutes during administration. C. Warm the IV solution to body temperature before administering. D. Do not give this drug within 3 hours of phenytoin administration.