A nurse in the recovery room has been assigned to a patient who had an ocular surgical procedure and received isoflurane. The nurse will observe for which of the following during the recovery period?
A) Urticaria and angioedema
B) Facial flushing and hypotension
C) Wheezing and bronchospasm
D) Shivering and tremors
D
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An occupational and environmental health nurse recently treated approximately 20 employees for hand injuries. The employees all work on the factory assembly line. The nurse decides to implement a program for primary prevention
Which of the following activities would be appropriate? A) Institute an orientation for employees about the equipment. B) Conduct hearing screening tests of the employees. C) Institute whirlpool treatments for injured extremities. D) Ensure adherence to physical therapy regimen for injured workers.
Nurse M is employed in an assisted living facility and is privy to many of the changes that accompany the aging process
An older female resident of the facility has expressed a fear that her decreased mobility will make her increasingly dependent on her daughter. How can the nurse best respond to the resident's concerns? A) "There are treatments and drugs that we can explore which might prevent this from happening.". B) "This is a normal part of the aging process and you don't necessarily need to fear it.". C) "Many older adults have similar concerns. We can work together to keep you independent as long as possible.". D) "I'm sure this is very stressful for you, but it's fortunate that you are not experiencing severe pain or illness.".
Accountability is a critical aspect of nursing care. An example of a specific decision-making pro-cess of accountability is demonstrated by:
1. Selecting the medication schedule for the client 2. Implementing discharge teaching plans that meet individual needs 3. Evaluating the client's outcomes following implementation of care 4. Promoting participation of all staff members in regular unit meetings
The nurse is administering cisplatin to a patient with lung cancer. Which category of antiemetics is the most effective?
1. Motility agents 2. Butyrophenones 3. Serotonin-receptor antagonists 4. Phenothiazines