Which description best identifies the purpose of an adverse occurrence report?
a. documentation that protects the nurse from a potential lawsuit by the client
b. legal component of mrs. b's medical records
c. hospital record that helps track patterns of risk to guide corrective action
d. written report to the attending HCP describing the occurrence
Answer: c. hospital record that helps track patterns of risk to guide corrective action
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a. lowering the blood sugar. b. giving fluids. c. giving sodium bicarbonate to reverse the acidosis. d. determining the reason for the DKA.
Rehabilitation goals for clients focus on preventing complications, increasing independence, and:
a. returning the client to the previous place of employment b. modifying the effects of the disability c. assessing family dynamics d. restoring health and function to the pre-injury or pre-illness level
A client is admitted to the hospital with cellulitis of the lower leg. The nurse would anticipate which of the following therapies to be prescribed?
1. Intermittent heat lamp treatments 2. Alternating hot and cold compresses 3. Warm compresses to the affected area 4. Cold compresses to the affected area
For which reason(s) is/are elderly patients at increased risk for drug interactions and toxicity? (Select all that apply.)
a. They have a higher incidence of malnourishment. b. Their renal function is enhanced. c. They have increased use of multiple medications. d. Hepatic function is reduced. e. There are often issues with swallowing.