A client is admitted for a chronic illness and asks the nurse about advance directives. which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
Order: Vancomycin 1 gram IV in 250 mL Ns over 90 minutes Que…
Order: Vancomycin 1 gram IV in 250 mL Ns over 90 minutes Question: flow rate in mL /HR___________________________________________________
Based on the 5 priority interventions, Which intervention sh…
Based on the 5 priority interventions, Which intervention should the PN perform first in the following scenerio? A practical nurse in the ER is assessing a patient who was found unconscious in a park. The following observations are made by the PN: -the patients airway appears partially obstructed (tongue blocking airway), and gurgling sounds are audible.-respirations are shallow, respiratory rate 8/min-pulse is weak, 120/min, skin is pale and clammy-the patient is semiconscious, unresponsive to verbal stimuli-visible bleeding from a laceration on the leg, with dirt and debris on clothing
The HCP prescribes a medication dose that seems unusually hi…
The HCP prescribes a medication dose that seems unusually high for the client’s age and condition. Which action by the LPN best demonstrates accountability?
What are some dynamic business risks mentioned in class?
What are some dynamic business risks mentioned in class?
A charge nurse is leading a team composed of several experie…
A charge nurse is leading a team composed of several experienced LPNs and UAPs (unlicensed assistive personnel). The charge nurse often delegates most decisions to the team and provides very little guidance. Which leadership style is this, and what risk may it pose in client care?
Who can file a complaint with the LSBPNE?
Who can file a complaint with the LSBPNE?
A PN is leading a small team on a medical unit. The PN obser…
A PN is leading a small team on a medical unit. The PN observes that a staff member has been treating colleagues disrespectfully-using harsh tone, dismissive gestures, and public criticism. The PN knows that such behavior comes with a cost. Which of the following are potential negative effects of disrespectful, mean, or aggressive behaviors in the workplace? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
A charge nurse observes two staff nurses becoming increasing…
A charge nurse observes two staff nurses becoming increasingly frustrated during a disagreement about client assignments. Which actions should the charge nurse take to promote open communiction and de-escalate the conflict? SELECT ALL APPLY
A client is being discharged from the hospital to a skilled…
A client is being discharged from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility after surgery. Which action by the nurse best ensures continuity of care?