What is Mannitol, and why is it being administered to J.R.?
What will be an ideal response?
Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that draws fluid from the interstitial to the intravascular space, where
it is eliminated by the kidneys. It is being administered in J.R.'s case to reduce cerebral edema and
prevent herniation.
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A) Greater interaction between younger adults and older adults occurs. B) The elderly recover more quickly from acute illnesses. C) Less deterioration takes place in the overall health of patients. D) The elderly are happier in long-term care facilities than at home.
The nurse assessing a patient's wound notes thick, yellow drainage. How will the nurse most accurately document this finding?
a. Serous drainage b. Purulent drainage c. Sanguineous drainage d. Serosanguineous drainage
Which information would be important to incorporate when teaching about medications for dementia in a caregiver's support group? Select all that apply
a. Antipsychotic medications have been shown to be the most useful category of drugs in reducing behavioral problems in dementias. b. Most currently available medications slow the progress of the disease in 20% to 50% of patients but usually do not significantly improve functioning. c. None of the currently available medications for dementias provide a cure, and although some vitamins may be helpful, research so far is inconclusive. d. Certain antidepressant drugs are sometimes helpful in improving sleep, reducing irritability, and lessening anxiety. e. Elderly persons require more careful dosing, more monitoring, and are more sensitive to side effects, particularly when taking multiple drugs. f. Certain anticonvulsants seem to improve memory and judgment in the early stages of many dementias.
What should a nurse do when taking a specimen for a throat culture? (Place the appropriate actions in the correct sequence. Separate letters by a comma and space as follows: A, B, C, D.)
A. Depress the tongue with a tongue blade. B. Place the applicator in a culture tube. C. Ask the patient to tilt the head back. D. Swab the back of the throat and tonsils.