In a patient at risk for respiratory depression, how long after the nurse administers a dose of morphine IV would the respiratory depressant effects last?
a. 7 minutes
b. 30 minutes
c. 60 minutes
d. 4-5 hours
d
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As a result of opioid administration, a child's respirations are slow and shallow. The nurse would expect that lab changes that might be noted in response to the changes in the child's uncompensated respiratory pattern would include:
1. Increased PCO2 and respiratory acidosis. 2. Decreased PCO2 and respiratory alkalosis. 3. Low pH and low PCO2. 4. High pH and high PCO2.
A nurse is making a home visit to an older client. The nurse reviews safety measures with the client and screens the home environment for potential hazards that could precipitate a fall. The nurse urges the client to eliminate
A) night-lights. B) railings on the stairway. C) throw rugs. D) the use of a cane.
The nurse is caring for laboring patients. Which women are experiencing problems related to a critical factor of labor? Note: Credit will be given only for all correct choices and no incorrect choices. Select all that apply
1. Primip at 7 cm, fetus in military attitude 2. Multip at 3 cm, fetus in longitudinal lie 3. Primip at 4 cm, fetus with macrocephaly due to hydrocephalus 4. Multip at 6 cm, fetus at -2 station, mild contractions 5. Primip at 5 cm, fetal presenting part is right shoulder.
What information would be helpful for a mother of a toddler who was just beginning to explore the mother's small apartment?
a. Persuade the child to take his vitamins by saying, "Isn't this good candy?" b. Give the child lots of finger foods such as peanuts, popcorn, or banana slices. c. Provide a warm, caring environment for the child. d. Suggest environmental changes such as safety plugs in all electrical outlets.