Medications with a high risk of devastating harm or death if the dosage is miscalculated are considered ________ medications.
What will be an ideal response?
high-alert
high alert
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The nurse should understand that these lesions are a result of what process? A) Broken blood capillaries B) Hormonal changes C) Inflammation D) A temporary autoimmune response
Select the factor common to ALL types of adult learners that predisposes them to success in a nursing program
a. They have few responsibilities at home. b. They have the motivation to succeed. c. They automatically qualify for financial aid. d. They have few daily distractions.
Why is coding important when writing a nursing diagnosis?
A) Enhances the professionalism of the nursing process B) Allows for direct reimbursement for nurses C) Evaluates the diagnostic statement for accuracy D) Provides legal characteristics for licensure
A patient has been treated with opioids for a year for back pain. After successful surgery the patient's pain is greatly improved
The patient reports, "I stopped taking my pain medication when I got home from the hospital, but I got very sick with diarrhea and generalized pain." Select the nurse's best response. 1. "This is a common idiosyncratic effect. Over-the-counter antidiarrheals and nonsteroidal agents will help you ride it out." 2. "Restart the pain medication. It is now required for life because you have tolerance toward opioids." 3. "You are experiencing toxicity from the drugs used during the hospitalization and will need to be rehospitalized." 4. "Your reaction is associated with physical dependence on opioids. We will design a tapering dose schedule to avoid the withdrawal symptoms."