The nurse on a mental health unit administers a medication to a female client for the purpose of reducing her psychotic symptoms and quieting her behavior. This medication is considered a __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
chemical restraint
Chemical restraints should be used as a last resort measure with clients. Chemical restraints require a physician's order and must adhere to specific guidelines.
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After an assessment the nurse is concerned that an older patient is at risk for the development of an abdominal aortic aneurysm. What did the nurse assess in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Diagnosis of angina B) History of hypertension C) History of arteriosclerosis D) Treatment for diabetes mellitus E) Experienced a myocardial infarction
The nurse is searching for evidence-based information on health outcomes. Which of the following could be a source for this information?
a. Federal government b. State boards of nursing c. Healthy People 2010 d. Agency for Health Care Research and Quality
Which one of the following statements about relative risk is most accurate?
A) Lifestyle, behaviors, and choices do not relate to relative risk. B) Relative risk refers to exposure to risk factors identified from a substantial body of research. C) Relative risk means that if a risk exists, the illness or adverse event will occur. D) Any factor that is likely to cause increased risk is considered relative risk.
The nurse is providing care to a pediatric client, diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease, who is prescribed daily prednisone. Which parental statement regarding administration of this drug indicates correct understanding of the teaching provided by the nurse?
1. "I will administer this medication between meals." 2. "I will administer this medication at bedtime." 3. "I will administer this medication one hour before meals." 4. "I will administer this medication with meals."