The nurse is planning time to assess the vital signs for a group of adult clients. Which method of assessing body temperature is safe and efficient?
a. Ear canal
b. Oral
c. Rectal
d. Axillary
ANS: A
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When planning care for a client newly diagnosed with asthma, the nurse is aware that heavy caffeine intake could make the client intolerant of certain respiratory medications, including:
1. cromolyn. 2. albuterol. 3. budesonide. 4. montelukast.
What must a care provider do before he/she will see the benefits of an EHR in relation to time spent documenting each patient's visit?
What will be an ideal response?