When prescribing ergotamine suppositories (Wigraine) to treat acute migraine, patient education would include:
1. Ergotamine will briefly make the migraine worse before the migraine resolves.
2. The patient may experience bradycardia and dizziness.
3. They may need premedication with an antinausea medication.
4. Ergotamine works best if the patient starts off with a full suppository to get the full effect.
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While interviewing a client, which of the following statements would a nurse identify as reflecting an objective dimension of health?
A) "I'm feeling better since I started taking that medication." B) "Life is pretty good right now, except for an occasional upset stomach." C) "I'm able to wash myself in the mornings with just a bit of help." D) "Sometimes when I wake up, I don't even want to face the day."
When creating a nursing care plan for a patient with metabolic acidosis, the nurse should focus on:
a. frequent periods of ambulation. b. increasing fluid intake. c. decreasing fluid intake. d. deep-breathing exercises.
The nurse is planning care for several surgical clients. Which client would most likely have the best wound healing?
a. An older adult b. The client who eats a high-protein, high-carbohydrate diet c. The client diagnosed with anemia d. The client prescribed steroids
The nurse is conducting a health history assessment for a preschool-age child who is in pain. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply
1) Using a numerical pain scale 2) Using age-appropriate language, such as "wound" 3) Using a doll to assess the location of the pain 4) Having the child draw a picture of the pain 5) Asking the parents to leave the room