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How can the nurse determine if a client’s dysrhythmia is significant? What are the priority assessments...
What are the priority assessments the RN must look for on a patient with a dysrhythmia
Which is the priority action for the RN to take when observing another nurse perform a urinary catheterization on a client with the door to the room open? a. Offer to help the nurse with the procedure b. Talk to the nurse after the procedure c. Close the door of the client’s room d. Inform the charge nurse
What are some assessments that identify a client’s neurological status? What is the importance of the Glascow Coma Scale? Describe what the nurse should do to implement seizure precautions of a pediatric client. Identify 4 safety concerns for a child that has a seizure disorder. What are the diagnostics test are important in diagnosing or managing a client with a suspected neurological disorder?
The nurse identifies anxiety and acute pain as priority problems. The nurse selects a short-term goal and recognizes the need to discuss the plan of care with Ms. Fisher. After receiving prescriptions for the client, the nurse provides teaching about Ibuprofen, cold applications, and use of the client’s heating pad at home. 1. What is the two important information the nurse must provide when teaching Ms. Fisher about Ibuprofen?
The nurse is changing a client’s tracheostomy tie. What method is used to assure that the tie is not too tightly placed? The a)the leaves no marks on the neck area b) tracheotomy tube can be pulled slightly away from the neck c) nurse can place one or two fingers between the tie and neck d) nurse uses a 12 inch tie that is snugly affixes around the neck 2) a nurse is monitoring the APTT for a client receiving...
1. A nurse is assessing the client’s ability to perform basic activities of daily living (BADL). Which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate during the assessment? a. Does someone help you with your grocery and household shopping? b. Can you show me how you organize your medication? c. How much assistance is needed when you get dressed? d. Can you balance your checkbook or pay bills by yourself? 2. A nurse is assessing the...
The nurse is discharging a client with dementia. What teaching should the nurse provide to the family? A nurse is caring for a client with hoarding disorder. What is the priority nursing care of this client? A surgical client develops delirium post-procedure. The family of the client is extremely concerned. What measures can the nurse implement to reassure the family the client will be cared for with safety and dignity? A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with bipolar...
What is the priority RN action to use when an assistive personnel (AP) states they do not know how to perform ambulation for a client with a chest tube? Refuse to work with the assistive personnel Ask the employer to validate ambulation competency Provide immediate teaching for ambulating a client with a chest tube Locate a team member who is competent in performing the ambulation. Response Rationale Reference
a client just experienced an episode of reflux regurgitation. what assessment by the nurse is the priority?
How can the nurse best determine that a client has an understanding of the psychiatric condition?