Pyloric stenosis has been diagnosed in a 3-week-old male infant who has frequent vomiting after feedings. An important preoperative nursing intervention is:
What will be an ideal response?
maintaining NPO status while restoring hydration and electrolyte balance.
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A child with pancytopenia is getting a blood transfusion and it is time to administer her IV antibiotic. The child has only one IV line. What action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A. Administer the antibiotic with the blood. B. Obtain an order for an oral antibiotic. C. Start a new peripheral IV in another site. D. Stop the blood to give the antibiotic.
A nurse is American-born and works in a large hospital with patients from many cultures. What must this nurse develop to provide the best care?
a. Another language b. Assessment skills c. Cultural competence d. Care planning ability
While physical examination of his reproductive system is being conducted, the client has an erection. The most appropriate action by the nurse is
a. advise the client to breathe through his mouth to relax. b. leave the room and return when the exam is completed. c. say nothing and stay while the exam is being conducted. d. tell the client this reaction is normal and has no sexual meaning.
The client weighs 130 pounds. Calculate the client's protein RDA to the nearest whole gram
A) 33 g B) 40 g C) 47 g D) 54 g