The ICU nurse is caring for a patient in shock. What is one of the most important functions of the nursing role in caring for this patient?
A) Documenting the administration of medications
B) Monitoring for complications and side effects of treatment
C) Reporting adverse effects of treatment
D) Safely administering prescribed fluids
Ans: B
Feedback: General nursing measures include ensuring safe administration of prescribed fluids and medications and documenting their administration and effects. An important function of the nursing role is monitoring for complications and side effects of treatment and reporting them promptly. Options A, C, and D are all correct answers; however, they are not more important functions of nursing care than monitoring for complications and side effects of treatment.
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