The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing an acute asthma attack. The patient stops wheezing and has inaudible breath sounds. The reason for this change is
The asthmatic client is using an albuterol (Proventil) inhal…
The asthmatic client is using an albuterol (Proventil) inhaler. For which condition should the nurse monitor the client?
The client asks why blood must be drawn while on theophyllin…
The client asks why blood must be drawn while on theophylline (Theo-Dur). What is the best response by the nurse?
What is the purpose of a vascular access device such as a su…
What is the purpose of a vascular access device such as a subclavian catheter or an infusion port? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following drugs would most likely be ordered to…
Which of the following drugs would most likely be ordered to prevent straining at stool?
Which adverse effects would be a priority to include in the…
Which adverse effects would be a priority to include in the teaching plan for a patient prescribed magnesium hydroxide (MOM)? Select all that apply:
An adult client has experienced diarrhea for the last 18 hou…
An adult client has experienced diarrhea for the last 18 hours and the cause is unknown. What is the best treatment plan at this time?
The client has just started taking warfarin (Coumadin) for a…
The client has just started taking warfarin (Coumadin) for atrial fibrillation. Medication education for this client would include information on which herbal products? Select all that apply
A client has sucarlfate (Carafate) ordered. Lunch is delive…
A client has sucarlfate (Carafate) ordered. Lunch is delivered at noon. When is it appropriate to give the client the medication?
Which patient assessment requires that the nurse hold Digoxi…
Which patient assessment requires that the nurse hold Digoxin (Lanoxin)?