A nurse discovers that a medication error occurred on the previous shift—a patient received double the prescribed dose of a blood pressure medication. The patient’s current blood pressure is 92/58 mmHg (baseline 128/76 mmHg), and the patient reports feeling dizzy when standing. The nurse who made the error is a close friend. What action best demonstrates accountability?
The provider orders D5W 500 mL plus calcium chloride 10 mEq…
The provider orders D5W 500 mL plus calcium chloride 10 mEq at 10 mL per hour IV. Calcium chloride is supplied in a 10-mL ampule containing 13.6 mEq. How may mL of calcium chloride will be added to the 500 mL of D5W? Round to the nearest tenths place if applicable. ____________________mL
A nurse is teaching a postoperative patient about their pati…
A nurse is teaching a postoperative patient about their patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump. The patient states, “I’m worried I’ll become addicted if I use this too much.” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
A nursing student is reviewing the medication list for a pat…
A nursing student is reviewing the medication list for a patient with a history of myocardial infarction. The patient is prescribed aspirin 81 mg po daily. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching?
A child weighs 2012 g. He is to receive ampicillin 100 to 2…
A child weighs 2012 g. He is to receive ampicillin 100 to 200 mg/kg/24h divided q 6h IV per syringe for otitis media. What is the safe and therapeutic 24-hour dosage range? Round to the nearest whole number. ________- __________ mg/day
A nurse is teaching a patient prescribed enteric-coated asp…
A nurse is teaching a patient prescribed enteric-coated aspirin for cardiovascular protection. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding?
Which of the following actions is an example of a mitigation…
Which of the following actions is an example of a mitigation strategy with regard to climate change?
True or False: A disadvantage of wind power is that it must…
True or False: A disadvantage of wind power is that it must be paired with another energy source to meet needs.
Which method of extracting oil is the most energy and water-…
Which method of extracting oil is the most energy and water-intensive, and the most environmentally damaging?
One of the environmental concerns about fracking is contamin…
One of the environmental concerns about fracking is contamination of drinking water with