Hospital regulations now require that the nurse write out the name of the drug morphine sulfate instead of using the abbreviation MS. What is the best rationale for this requirement?
A)
Computerized charting systems will not accept the abbreviation MS.
B)
Using the abbreviation MS puts the client at risk of medication error.
C)
JCAHO requires that the abbreviation MS not be used.
D)
The hospital has placed MS on its list of do-not-use abbreviations.
B
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a. compassionate care. b. consumer empowerment. c. self-management of wellness. d. education about health care.
The nurse is discussing storage of breast milk with a mother whose infant is preterm and in the special care unit. Which statement would indicate that the mother needs additional teaching?
a. "I can store my breast milk in the refrigerator for 3 months." b. "I can store my breast milk in the freezer for 3 months." c. "I can store my breast milk at room temperature for 8 hours." d. "I can store my breast milk in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days."
A nurse has assessed the residual amount before beginning a nasogastric tube feeding and has found 100 mL. What will the nurse do next?
A) Nothing; this amount is within normal limits. B) Report the finding to the physician. C) Omit the feeding and document the reason. D) Rinse the tube and repeat the assessment.
Active listening typically involves:
a. Active participation and respect for the speaker. b. Asking lots of questions. c. Judging what is being said. d. Agreeing with the speaker.