After surgery, repositioning is done:
a. Every half hour
b. At least every 1 to 2 hours
c. Only when the patient requests a position change
d. At least every 4 hours
B
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A hospital patient's medication administration record specifies concurrent doses of nebulized ipratropium and albuterol at 08:00 and 20:00 . When administering these drugs, which of the following statements is true?
A) The two drugs should be administered at least 30 minutes apart, with ipratropium administered first. B) The two drugs can be mixed in the nebulizer immediately before administration. C) The two drugs should be administered at least 30 minutes apart, with albuterol administered first. D) The nurse should contact the prescriber due to the increased risk of adverse effects when these drugs are administered concurrently.
Which habits are effective ways to increase your power? Select all that apply
1. Focus on the unit?s goals. 2. Make choices about what you want. 3. Develop self-confidence. 4. Pursue power positions.
Sleep often is disrupted for critically ill patients. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to promote sleep and rest?
a. Consult with the pharmacist to adjust medication times to allow periods of sleep or rest between intervals. b. Encourage family members to talk with the patient whenever they are present in the room. c. Keep the television on to provide "white" noise and distraction. d. Leave the lights on in the room so that the patient is not frightened of his or her surroundings.
The client has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) that has resulted from a relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)
When providing instructions to assist with managing the condition, the nurse includes: Select all that apply. 1. Limit last food intake to 4 hours before bedtime. 2. Eat largest meal of the day at midday. 3. Sleep in a bed with the head elevated 6 to 8 inches. 4. Develop a daily exercise routine. 5. Include a caffeinated beverage with meals.