Orders have been received, and the plan of care has been updated. Prior to administering the first dose of hydrochlorthiazide and amlodipine, the nurse obtains an initial blood pressure and pulse rate. What additional nursing actions will the nurse implement related to the client’s drug therapy? Select all that apply. Orders have been received, and […]

reword Based on the available evidence, it can be argued that the nurses may be held accountable for their failure to adhere to the expected level of care by permitting the patient’s discharge despite their state of pharmaceutical intoxication. Furthermore, it is possible to attribute liability to both the prescribing physician and the hospital that […]

What does the nurse understand to be correct about using integrative medical approaches with patients? What does the nurse understand to be correct about using integrative medical approaches with patients? Nurses do not require additional certification or education to participate in integrative approaches. These approaches are consistent with the nursing holistic approach. When using an […]

The patient asks the nurse if imagery could be helpful to control their pain. What must the nurse understand about imagery to answer the patient’s question? The patient asks the nurse if imagery could be helpful to control their pain. What must the nurse understand about imagery to answer the patient’s question? Imagery must always […]

When teaching a wellness to a group of patients taking antipsychotic medication; its important to discuss Metabolic syndrome. The nurse would review: Group of answer choices There are ways to help prevent and detect metabolic syndrome. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is one of the best ways to prevent metabolic syndrome. Access to effective mental healthcare […]

32. Let’s assume that the NNT calculated above is 55. Choose the correct interpretation. (2 points) A. Over 3 years, 55 patients would need to be treated with the placebo to prevent one incident case of neuropathy. B. Over 3 years, 55 patients need to be treated with metformin to prevent one incident case of […]

Medical/Surgical history: Diagnosed with Marfan syndrome (at 15 years old). Follows through on yearly checkup for Marfan complications. Slight mitral valve prolapse detected 2 years ago. Social history: Occasional marijuana use (2-3 times per month). 1 ppd cigarette smoker. Smoking since age 18 years. Social drinker (3-4 drinks) on weekends. Completing senior year of college. […]

1. During an initial evaluation and management (E/M) visit (comprehensive history, comprehensive examination, and medical decision making of moderate complexity) for urinary incontinence, the urologist obtains postvoid residual urine and bladder capacity measurements by ultrasound without imaging the bladder. What code(s) would you assign in this case?    

A patient says to a nurse, “The FBI has been following me. I think they’ve gotten into the hospital posing as doctors”. What is the best nursing response? Group of answer choices We have extremely good securtiy at our hospital, this would not happen. No one is following you. What makes you think the FBI […]

A nurse is trying to administer a medication to a client when the electronic medication administration record (MAR) stops working properly. Which actions should the nurse take to reduce stress in this situation? Select all that apply.​ Appreciate other benefits that MAR has provided in the past Recognize the air coming in and out of […]