A new client presents to HCP office with a perforated eardrum. Which medication should the nurse question?
A LPN is monitoring a client diagnosed with Parkinson’s who…
A LPN is monitoring a client diagnosed with Parkinson’s who is experiencing tolerance to their medication, with increases to dosage to have same effect. The doses are at a maximum and cannot be increased. What does the nurse anticipate the HCP will order for the client?
A LPN is working in long term care setting with elderly pat…
A LPN is working in long term care setting with elderly patients. During medication administration one of her patients reports difficulty sleeping and requests something to help her sleep. The patient has eszopiclone (Lunesta) ordered and it was given at 8pm. Which finding warrants immediate intervention?
A client receiving methotrexate for RA asks why monthly lab…
A client receiving methotrexate for RA asks why monthly lab tests are required. The nurse responds:
A nurse is educating a client on cyclosporine post-kidney tr…
A nurse is educating a client on cyclosporine post-kidney transplant. What instruction is essential?
The nurse administers timolol eye drops for glaucoma. Which…
The nurse administers timolol eye drops for glaucoma. Which condition would require the nurse to notify the provider?
A nurse is caring for a pediatric patient who is in pain, ha…
A nurse is caring for a pediatric patient who is in pain, has temperature of 102, blood pressure 100/66, Respirations of 12 and heart rate 100. Which medication should not be used for its antipyretic effect in children?
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions for a client pre…
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions for a client prescribed adalimumab(Humira).What should be reported immediately?
A student nurse is administering ear drops to a 3 year old….
A student nurse is administering ear drops to a 3 year old. Identify the correct technique when administering ear drops.
Which lab value should be monitored when administering epoet…
Which lab value should be monitored when administering epoetin alfa?