The nurse prepares an oral medication of 24.2 mL
a. How many mL will be placed in the medicine cup?
b. How many mL will be added with a syringe?
a. Fill medicine cup to 20 mL.
b. Add 4.2 mL with a 5 mL syringe.
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When developing a teaching plan for this population, which factor would be most important for the nurse to address? A) Widespread availability of comprehensive vaccine delivery systems B) Statutory requirements for vaccination of adults C) Complicated, varying vaccine recommendations for adults D) Frequent support for vaccinating adults during clinical contacts
The nurse is developing handouts for a community educational session about lung cancer. Which information should the nurse include in this material? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. The majority of lung cancers are detected when the patient has an X-ray for an unrelated complaint. 2. Coughing is a common symptom of lung cancer. 3. Hoarseness is a symptom that should be evaluated. 4. Small-cell lung cancer is almost always found in smokers. 5. Lung cancer associated with smoking is almost always treated with radiation and chemotherapy.
A woman is taking a combination oral contraceptive and asks the nurse why progestin is necessary. The nurse will explain that progestin helps prevent pregnancy by which method?
a. Altering the quantity and viscosity of cervical mucus b. Inhibiting proliferative and secretory changes in the endometrium c. Increasing motility of muscles and cilia in the fallopian tubes d. Stimulating a surge in luteinizing hormone
The nurse is instructing a patient about how to help prevent the spread of diarrhea. Which point does the nurse include in the teaching plan?
a. "When travelling internationally it is best to drink bottled water with ice cubes." b. "Be sure to wash your hands after using the bathroom or changing diapers." c. "Always wear clean gloves when handling raw meat or poultry." d. "Cut down on your fluid intake to decrease the number of diarrhea episodes."