MC The student nurse needs to administer an injection to a client with human immunodeficiency virus infection. The student is extremely fearful of administering the injection
The instructor informs the student that the average risk of human immunodeficiency virus infection after percutaneous exposure is estimated at:
A. 0%.
B. 0.3%.
C. 1.5%.
D. 5.0%.
B. 0.3%.
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a. avoid harming the sclera. b. include the conjunctiva in the irrigation. c. keep the pupil constricted. d. protect the nasolacrimal ducts.
Which IV solution would be best to treat a client who is experiencing a postpartum hemorrhage?
a. D5 1/2 NS c. 1/4 NS b. D5W d. LR
The patient is a 56-year-old man who has terminal cirrhosis and severe ascites. He is lethargic but is demonstrating signs of discomfort and respiratory distress
The physician has spoken with the patient's wife and has obtained consent to perform an abdominal paracentesis on the patient. After the physician leaves to prepare for the procedure, the wife asks the nurse whether the procedure is really necessary. The nurse should respond by saying this: a. is the first step in the patient's recovery. b. may help the patient feel better. c. is needed to detect increased intracranial pressure. d. is needed to analyze pleural fluid.
A client reports taking four 325-mg acetaminophen capsules every 6 hours to control back pain. The nurse cautions the client against this practice as the maximum total daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed _____ grams per day
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.