Chronic pain sufferers may have periods of acute pain, which is referred to as __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Breakthrough pain
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A) Infusion of intravenous heparin B) IV administration of albumin C) STAT administration of vitamin K by the intramuscular route D) IV administration of octreotide (Sandostatin)
A partial-thickness burn is classified as either superficial or deep partial thickness, depending on how much dermis is damaged
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
When reviewing both the client's problem list against the various identified nursing diagnoses, both of which included client and family input, the nurse is utilizing of the following processes to minimize diagnostic error?
1. Understanding what is normal vs. what is not normal 2. Verifying 3. Consulting resources 4. Basing diagnoses on patterns
The nurse is caring for a newborn with hyperbilirubinemia who is receiving phototherapy. Which is an appropriate nursing intervention for this newborn?
a. Apply lotion as prescribed to moisturize skin. b. Maintain nothing-by-mouth (NPO) status to prevent nausea and vomiting. c. Monitor temperature to prevent hypothermia or hyperthermia. d. Keep eye patches on for at least 8 to 12 of every 24 hours.