A family member tells the nurse, "I overheard a caregiver threaten my uncle." The family member said the caregiver remarked, "If you don't learn to calm down, I will have to restrain you." Based on this information, which criminal offense does the nurse communicate to the nurse manager?

When suctioning a client's nasopharyngeal airway, the nurse should moisten the catheter with sterile saline or water-soluble lubricant prior to insertion. This helps to decrease discomfort and trauma to the client's nasal mucosa.

Advancing the catheter 2-3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) (a) is not correct because it can cause injury to the client's airway or trachea. The catheter should only be inserted to a distance equal to the distance from the nose to the earlobe (about 6 to 8 inches or 15 to 20 cm).

Applying suction intermittently for 20 seconds (b) is not correct because it can cause hypoxia and trauma to the client's airway. The suction should be applied continuously while withdrawing the catheter, for no more than 10 seconds.

Using the non-dominant hand to manipulate the catheter (d) is not correct because it can cause the catheter to become contaminated with the nurse's non-sterile hand. The dominant hand should be used to manipulate the catheter while maintaining sterile technique.

Choice A: Cream is not allowed on a clear liquid diet because it contains fat and protein, which make it opaque.
Choice B:While plain gelatin is allowed, applesauce is not because it is a puréed/semi-solid food, not a clear liquid.
Choice C:Clear fruit juices without pulp (such as apple juice, cranberry juice, and white grape juice) are permitted.
Choice D:Broth or bouillon is considered a clear liquid, as long as it does not contain solid particles.
Choice E:Tea is a clear liquid, and sugar does not change its clarity.

Choice F:Ice pops made from clear liquids (such as fruit juice without pulp) are permitted.