The nurse is administering heparin via the subcutaneous route. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
a. Prepare the medication using a
... [Show More] 25-gauge, ½ inch needle
b. After injecting the needle, aspirate and observe for blood
c. After removing the needle, massage the area gently
d. Administer the medication in the client's "love handles" - correct answer a
The nurse is administering morning medications on a medical floor. Which medication should the nurse administer first?
a. Regular insulin sliding scale to an elderly client diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes mellitus
b. Methylprednisolone, a glucocorticoid, to a client diagnosed with lupus erythematosus
c. Morphine, a narcotic analgesic, to a client diagnosed with AIDS
d. Lasix, a diuretic, to a client with hypertension - correct answer a
Which data would indicate that the antibiotic therapy has been successful for a client diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia?
a. The client's hematocrit is within normal range
b. The client is expectorating thick green sputum
c. The client's lung sounds are clear to ausculatation
d. The client has complaints of pleuritic chest pain. - correct answer c
The nurse is administering Humalog at 0730 to a client diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
a. Ensure the client eats at least 90% of the lunch tray
b. Do not administer unless the breakfast tray is in the client's room
c. Check the client's blood glucose level 1 hour after receiving the insulin
d. Have 50% dextrose in water at the bedside for emergency use. - correct answer b
The client has a severe anaphylactic reaction to insect bites. What priority discharge intervention should the nurse discuss with the client?
a. Wear an insect repellent on exposed skin
b. Keep prescribed antihistamines on their person
c. Keep an EpiPen in the refrigerator at all times
d. Wear a MedicAlert identification bracelet - correct answer d
The client's mother contacts the clinic regarding medication administration stating, "My daughter cannot swallow this capsule. It's too large." Investigation reveals that the medication is a capsule marked SR. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
a. Open the capsule and mix the medication with apple sauce
b. Crush the medication and administer it with a glass of liquid
c. Call the pharmacist and request a change to a different medication
d. Stop the medication and inform the physician - correct answer d
The client calls the nursing station and requests pain medication. When the nurse enters the room with the narcotic medication, the nurse finds the client laughing and talking with visitors. Which action should the nurse administer first?
a. Administer the client's prescribed pain medication
b. Assess the client's perception of pain on a 1-10 scale
c. Wait until the visitors leave to administer any medication
d. Check the MAR to see if there is a nonnarcotic medication ordered - correct answer b
The client in hypovolemic shock is receiving normal saline by rapid intravenous infusion. Which assessment data would warrant immediate intervention by the nurse? [Show Less]