Itching is a side effect of morphine administration. It does not necessarily indicate that a patient has an allergy to morphine
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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1. "I will help arrange the visit for you." 2. "That is not an acceptable part of hospital procedures." 3. "It might interfere with your current course of treatment." 4. "It is not a good idea because it might upset the other patients."
A nurse's advocacy role regarding a patient's advance directives (AD) include which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Ensuring that care is consistent with the patient's wishes and AD b. Telling patients about changes in their conditions so they can modify AD c. Alerting physicians to changes in the patient's decision-making capacity d. Informing health team members of the content of a patient's AD e. Intervening appropriately when a patient's wishes are not being followed
Which of the following are components of Maslow's self-esteem needs? Select all that apply
A) strength B) status C) independence D) mastery and competence E) importance F) appreciation
The client's serum potassium is 3.0 mEq/L. Which client data does the nurse use to validate the laboratory test?
1. A low urine output. 2. Irregular heart rate. 3. Complaints of thirst. 4. Hyperactive reflexes.