Which drug for nausea/vomiting can cause decreased sweating and increased risk for overheating?
a. Meclizine (Antivert)
b. Ondansetron (Zofran)
c. Trimethobenzamide (Tigan)
d. Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
ANS: D
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A nurse is interested in improving client care in the unit and determines that the best way to do so is to:
1. Read nursing research journals. 2. Return to school for an advanced degree. 3. File a report when a mistake is made. 4. Monitor the use of unit supplies.
A client prescribed spironolactone (Aldactone) asks the nurse which fluids they should drink to prevent dehydration. Which response should the nurse provide?
A. "Citrus juices are very good for rehydration." B. "Any kind of fluid is okay, but avoid alcohol." C. "Plain water is really the best." D. "Electrolyte-replacement drinks like sports drinks."
A 68-year-old trauma victim is in your medical unit recovering from a surgery she had 3 days ago to put stabilizing rods in both fractured femurs. With one exception, all these signs and symptoms will alert you to the fact that she is possibly developing fat embolism syndrome (FES).
A. Fever and purulent drainage from the surgical sites B. Altered mental status and restlessness C. Petechiae located on the arms and upper chest D. Shortness of breath
What other key points of the assessment will you document in the patient's record?
What will be an ideal response?