Which decision is most appropriate for the nurse to make regarding the administration of low dose morphine at this time?
a. the dose shouldn't be given since morphine can cause respiratory depression
b. the dose shouldn't be given because morphine causes side effects such as constipation
c. the dose should be given because morphine reduces pain and anxiety
d. the dose should be given because morphine will sedate the client
Answer: c. the dose should be given because morphine reduces pain and anxiety
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The client with urge incontinence is BEST treated by which approach?
a. Encouraging a fluid intake of 3,000 mL/day. b. Restricting fluid intake to 1,000 mL/day. c. Strengthening the perineal muscles with Kegel exercises. d. Taking anticholinergic medications as ordered.
An older patient asks the nurse what holistic actions can be used to help lower elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels. What information should the nurse provide to the patient? Select all that apply.
1. Increase dietary fiber. 2. Eat fatty fish twice a week. 3. Use margarine with phytosterols. 4. Increase the intake of soy products 5. Limit red meat consumption to 3 days a week.
The nurse would choose the nursing diagnoses with the highest priority after surgery for the open reduction and external fixation of an ankle, which is:
1. risk for activity intolerance. 2. risk for infection. 3. risk for impaired physical mobility. 4. risk for constipation.
The physician ordered an oral medication. The nurse incorrectly administered the medication intravenously. What does the best analysis of the nurse's action reveal?
1. An antidote cannot be given. 2. The nurse will be terminated from her job. 3. The medication cannot be retrieved. 4. A lawsuit by the patient will be impending.