A nurse is caring for a woman 10 hours post-cesarean birth. She received a dose of intrathecal morphine at the time of the birth. Which of the following assessment data would require immediate intervention?
A) Itching of the palms and feet
B) Nausea
C) Urinary output of 300 mL in the past 4 hours
D) Respiratory rate of 10 breaths/minute
D
Respiratory rate of 10 breaths/minute
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The nurses who work on the mother/baby unit are concerned they will not be able to care for a laboring mother and may lose their jobs. The nurse manager for both units supports the plan for an integrated unit, reports that jobs would not be lost and involves the team members in the planning process, which includes cross-training all nursing staff. Based on the information presented, what causes of conflict may occur in spite of the nurse manager's effort for a smooth transition? Select all that apply. A) Mistrust B) Miscommunication C) Ambiguous role expectations D) Resistance to change E) Ineffective leadership
The nurse is assessing a client and confirms the presence of galactorrhea. The nurse understands that this finding is:
1. suggestive of endocrine disorders. 2. may indicate a malignancy. 3. probably an infection. 4. usually indicative of lactation.
Baby aspirin is an example of which type of drug form?
a. Capsule b. Gelcap c. Suppository d. Tablet