The diabetic patient was admitted with osteomyelitis  in left foot  two days ago.  After the infusion of the scheduled IV Vancomycin, the nurse notes that the peripheral IV site is erythematous, warm, and  swollen.  Patient reports pain at the IV site.  Which action by the nurse is best ?

This is a Multiple Response Item A client is admitted to the medical-surgical unit with complaints of abdominal discomfort. What part of the client’s medical history increases their risk for developing a urinary tract infection? (Select all that apply by listing the letter(s) to the answer in alphabetical order using no spaces, commas or periods) A. Diabetes B. Enlarged Prostate C. Hypertension D. Dementia E. Peptic Ulcer Disease  

A client who has suffered a compound fracture is preparing for discharge to home. During the teaching session, the client asks why he needs antibiotics for a broken bone. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

Client needs to receive a loading dose of heparin IV following the Standard Dose Regimen. Client weighs:  148 pounds The nurse reads the directions on the Weight Based Heparin Protocol reads as follows:  Initial Loading Dose:  (round to the nearest 100 units)High Dose Regimen:  80 units/kg = _______________units IV push (Max 7500 units)Standard Dose Regimen:  60 units/kg =_____________ units IV push (Max 4000 units) Supply bottle of heparin sent:  How many mL should the nurse administer? Record your answer to one decimal place  

A client’s 1200 blood glucose was inaccurately documented as 310 mg/dL  instead of 130 mg/dL . This error was not noticed until 1330. The nurse administered the sliding scale insulin for a blood glucose of 310 mg/dL. What should the nurse do first?

A client  with COPD reports meal-related dyspnea.  To address this issue, which drug should the nurse offer to the client 30 minutes before the meal? 

A client with emphysema is experiencing increased shortness of breath. What intervention should the nurse do first to help with this client’s symptoms?

The unit manager reported that there is a shortage of IV pumps on the unit today.  Which patient should the nurse prioritize as getting one of the pumps?

Patients with hyperthyroidism are treated with anti-thyroid medications.  What is an expected therapeutic outcome of this medication?

The school nurse is monitoring a teen recently diagnosed with Graves disease.  Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?