The nurse is caring for a critically ill patient with serious pain and wishes to consult national guidelines. What is the most comprehensive source for pain management guidelines?
A) Web-based National Guideline Clearinghouse
B) American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
C) Society of Critical Care Medicine
D) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
A
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An adult is diagnosed with an increased low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level. What hormone level may be low based on this diagnosis?
A) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) B) Oxytocin C) Growth hormone D) Somatostatin
A child has undergone a kidney transplant and is receiving cyclosporine. The parents ask the nurse about the reason for the cyclosporine. The nurse should explain that the drug is given to:
1. Suppress rejection. 2. Decrease pain. 3. Improve circulation. 4. Boost immunity.
A patient with suspected Parkinson's disease is being initially assessed by the nurse. The nurse would expect the patient to have a tremor. When is the best time to assess for the tremor?
A) During a period of time when the patient is resting B) During a period of time when the patient is brushing the teeth C) During a period of time when the patient is preparing his or her meal tray to eat D) During a period of time when the patient is participating in occupational therapy
What administration technique does the nurse use to give a 2-year-old child ear drops?
a. Pull the earlobe down and back. b. Pull the earlobe up and out. c. Keep the earlobe straight. d. Hang the patient's head over the side of the bed.