The nurse has delegated ADL care of a patient with a large wound that is draining. Which of the follow should the nurse instruct the nurse assistant to report back to her?
a. The wound has a foul odor.
b. Drainage is decreased.
c. The patient's temperature is slightly below normal.
d. The patient does not complain of discomfort.
A
Report a foul odor, increased drainage, and increased temperature or complaints of discomfort.
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1. Filgrastim (Neupogen). 2. Ondansetron (Zofran). 3. Oprelvekin (Neumega). 4. Epoetin alfa (Epogen).
A female patient is taking filgrastim (Neupogen) to decrease the incidence of infection. The nurse notices a small increase in the neutrophil count 2 days after starting therapy. The nurse's evaluation of the increase is that
A) the therapeutic effect of the drug is slow, and it is likely to cause adverse effects. B) the drug therapy is proving to be ineffective. C) the therapeutic effect of the drug is fully evident. D) the increase in the neutrophil count is only transient.
Which of the following is a sign of illness in the newborn?
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Which is the correct equation using ratios for converting 45 oz to milliliters?
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