When preparing to administer a medication by injection, what factor determines syringe size?: - correct answer - Based on the volume and dosage of the
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- Type of injection
- Age and size
- Most adult IMs are given using a 3ml syringe
- Small doses under 1ml should be given with a tuberculin syringe
Where does the nurse discard a syringe after administering an IM medication?: - correct answer - Sharps container
Which syringe would the LPN select to administer 26 units of insulin?: - correct answer - 0.5ml
Clinical manifestations of early stage Pyrexia: - correct answer - Flushed, warm skin
Hypoglycemia: - correct answer - Low sugar
- Glucagon released by alpha cells in pancreas
- Shaking, dizziness, sweating, irritable, hunger, tachycardia, weakness, fatigue, impaired vision
- cold and clammy = get some candy
Hyperglycemia: - correct answer - High blood sugar
- Insulin released by beta cells in pancreas
- Frequent urination, dry skin, fruity scented breath, dry mouth, weakness, thirst
- Hot and dry = sugars high
Normal Vitals (Adult): - correct answer - Temp : 36-38 degrees
- Pulse : 60-100
- BP: 120/80
- R: 12-20
- SPO2: 95%-100%
Abnormal Vitals (Adult): - correct answer - Temp: Over 38 degrees
- Over 100BPM or under 60BPM
- Over 140/90 or under 90/60
- R: Under 12 or over 20
- SPO2: under 90%
1. A client with a history of COPD is admitted. Which assessment data is most concerning?
a. Bilateral crackles
b. Oxygen saturation of 92%
c. Sitting in the tripod position.
d. Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/min. - correct answer - A
- Bilateral crackles
2. When caring for a client after an incisional cholecystectomy, what intervention is the highest priority?
a. Educating on low-fat food choices to prevent diarrhea.
b. Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications.
c. Performing leg exercises to prevent foot drop.
d. Early ambulation to prevent constipation. - correct answer - B
- Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications
3. What should the LPN do for a client that exhibits signs of sleep disturbance?
a. Ask the client to describe their quality of sleep.
b. Encourage discussion of their perceptions of the problem.
c. Administer "as needed" sleeping medication before bedtime.
d. Suggest avoiding stimulants such as caffeine close to bedtime. - correct answer - A, B, C, D [Show Less]