The nurse has a routine prescription to administer an injection of phytonadione (vitamin K) to the newborn. Before giving the medication, the nurse explains to the client that this medication will: Supplement the infant, because breast milk and formula are low in vitamin K. Prevent clotting abnormalities in the newborn. Stimulate the liver to produce […]

A patient is scheduled for a diagnostic testing procedure. What type of medication order should the nurse anticipate being ordered by the health-care provider? 1.15 Point Medication prn for pain should be administered. Standing orders per protocol for required test. Continue to take all prescribed medications. Continue to take over-the-counter (OTC) medications.    

Ms. Amarika Jones is a citizen of Jamaica and alleges persecution by her former common-law spouse, who is a drug dealer. She alleges that he is searching for her because he suspects that she has reported him to the police. She is a hairdresser and has worked at Kima’s Beauty Salon since she was 16 […]

A nurse is working with a patient who has been taking medication for anxiety for several weeks and now reports that the medication doesn’t seem to work anymore. The patient has stopped taking the medication, as it doesn’t work. Which finding should the nurse suspect? 1.15 Point The patient is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. The patient […]

Miss Becky Masters is a 65-year old female who is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and renal failure. becky is cognitively impaired, communicates discomfort by non verbal body language. There are a variety of comfort measures that you as a support worker can implement to decrease pain and enhance comfort in patient. demonstrate 5 non-drug measures.

Question 30 (1 point) An adult patient visits the clinic with symptoms of excessive daytime sleepiness and episodes of falling asleep suddenly and unexpectedly. The diagnosis is narcolepsy without cataplexy. What is the correct ICD-10 code? Question 30 options: a) G47.411 b) G47.429 c) G47.419 d) G47.421

The nurse is preparing to administer a medication and notes an unrecognized abbreviation. Which of the following is the best action for the nurse to take in this situation? 1.15 Point Refer to the institution’s approved abbreviation list. Ask a colleague what the abbreviation means. Do not administer the medication to the patient. Ask the […]

Question 24 (1 point) A 45-year-old male patient comes in complaining of chest pain. After a thorough examination, the physician diagnoses him with acute myocardial infarction of the inferior wall. What is the correct ICD-10 code? Question 24 options: a) I21.09 b) I21.4 c) I21.1 d) I21.19

Which victim would the nurse decontaminate first in a biological terrorist event? 1. Client who was exposed but is exhibiting no symptoms 2. Client who has an open leg fracture and head injury 3. Client who is not breathing and has no palpable pulse 4. Client with minor cuts and abrasions

A 64-year old male with fever, malaise, and cough. There are six questions to answer in this case study Patient’s history A 64-year old urbanite male reports to your practice with fever, malaise and a cough. His vaccinations are up-to-date, including DPT. His condition worsens over several days, with his temperature increasing to 40.4° C […]