Medicine

which immunization protocol would the nurse follow when administering a hepatitis b vaccine to an infant whose mother is diagnosed hbsag postitive during pregnancy
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the nurse has created a care plan for a client admitted with acute pericarditis and a nursing diagnosis of acute pain related to pericardial inflammation. what is an appropriate nursing intervention for this client?
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a nurse is requesting to receive the change-of-shift report at the bedside of each client. the nurse giving the report asks about the purpose of giving it at the bedside. which response by the nurse receiving the report is most appropriate?
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when reviewing a newly admitted client's previous medication record, the nurse notes that the client has previously been treated with aprepitant. the nurse is justified in suspecting that this client's medical history includes which therapy/treatment?
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brent is obese and has tried multiple times to implement lifestyle changes to lose weight. he has had some success, but the behaviors never last for very long and he returns to his original weight, which is a serious health risk. he is a good candidate for
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clsi (clinical and laboratory standards institute) standards are often used to monitor processes during activities for:
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the nurse monitoring a client receiving insulin glulisine notices the client has become confused, diaphoretic, and nauseated; and has a blood glucose of 60 mg/dl. which emergent treatment would the nurse most likely give? select all that apply.
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the patient in room 206 has an abnormal dilation of the renal pelvis and calyces caused by accumulated urine that cannot flow past the obstruction. this is called?
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a client with myocardial infarction suddenly becomes tachycardic, shows signs of air hunger, and begins coughing frothy, pink-tinged sputum. which finding would the nurse anticipate when auscultating the client's breath sounds?
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which of the following is a difference between heroin and morphine? 1. heroin is more readily absorbed from the stomach than morphine. 2. heroin is a more effective antipyretic medicine than morphine. 3. heroin is believed to be more potent and acts faster than morphine. 4. heroin reduces the inflammation in an injured area more effectively than morphine.
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it is important for the nurse to develop a therapeutic relationship with the client. when conducting the admission interview, what actions best facilitate the process? (select all that apply. one, some, or all options may be correct.)
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you are assessing a man who has a head injury and note that cerebrospinal fluid is leaking from his ear. you should recognize that this patient is at risk for
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the home health nurse is planning teaching for a client with copd and a history of noncompliance to the medication regimen. which factor does the nurse recognize as having the most influence on enabling complete adherence to a health regimen?
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newborn is inconsolable with a high-pitched cry. newborn sucks vigorously on pacifier but breastfeeds poorly. respirations unlabored. lungs sound clear on auscultation. increased muscle tone with moderate to severe tremors when disturbed. hyperactive moro reflex noted. several loose stools today.
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the nurse is discussing the possible side effects of chemotherapy with a client. what information obtained during the client's admission assessment and interview will have a direct influence on the management of nausea and vomiting
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the nurse is preparing to care for a client with a diagnosis of metastatic cancer. the nurse notes documentation in the client's chart that the client is experiencing cachexia. which should the nurse expect to note on assessment of the client?
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pinpoint hemorrhages that appear on the lower leg, usually associated with decreased platelets, are called
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if a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should multiple choice decrease her calcium intake as a high calcium intake can trigger irregular menses. decrease calorie intake to lower body fat. increase fluid intake. consult her primary care provider to determine the cause.
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a client who has undergone a surgical biopsy of a suspected breast lesion is being prepared for discharge from the ambulatory surgical center. the client is alert and oriented. which criterion would be of least importance in determining her readiness for discharge?
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when developing the plan of care for a child with early duchenne's muscular dystrophy, which nursing goal is priority?
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a pediatric nurse is discharging a 1-month-old infant. the infant was diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism on this admission and will be treated with levothyroxine. the nurse knows it is important to teach the parent about medication administration. which process will the nurse include in the teaching?
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what are the guidelines that nurses should follow when considering whether or not a client requires restraints?
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a client presents at the clinic with a dry nonproductive cough. the client is diagnosed with bronchitis, and it has been determined that assistance is needed in thinning the sputum so the cough can become productive. what does the nurse expect the provider will prescribe?
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a client, newly diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd), calls the clinic and asks the nurse to explain what the newly prescribed medications are for. what would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
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