What is important for the nurse to understand when assessing pain in an older adult client?

The nurse is caring for a client has been prescribed an anticholinergic agent for the treatment of Parkinson-related symptoms. What client education should the nurse provide to help avoid anticholinergic effects?

The nurse identified which of the following as an expected outcome of administering Epoetin Alpha (Epogen)? 

The nurse is caring for a client who has chemo-induced nausea and vomiting. The client has an order for 4mg Ondansetron (Zofran) 30 minutes to 1 hour before the administration of the chemo. Available: 4mg in 2 ml normal saline. How many ml will the nurse administer? Numerical answer only

A client with an upper respiratory infection (common cold) tells the nurse, “I am so angry because the provider would not give me any antibiotics.” What would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

What response by the nurse demonstrates understanding when administering a vesicant antineoplastic drug? 

What is the most effective nursing intervention to break the chain of infection?

A client has an order for a narcotic analgesic every three hours and received the last dose four hours earlier. Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take in response to the client’s request for pain medication on the first post-operative day?

The nurse is providing care to a team of clients. Which clients are at risk for injury to the skin? (Select all that apply.)

A client in the late stages of Alzheimer’s disease is admitted due to malnutrition from decreased oral intake. The nurse performs a bedside swallow assessment and determines the client has impaired swallowing. Which of the following medications is best for management of Alzheimer’s symptoms in this client?