A nurse is preparing to transfer a client from a chair to the client’s bed. The client can bear partial weight and has upper body strength. Which of the following devices should the nurse use to transfer the client?

Choice A rationale

Administering Albuterol nebulizer 2.5 mg stat is appropriate for acute bronchospasm. Albuterol is a beta-agonist that relaxes airway smooth muscles, improving oxygenation. It is only administered when clinically indicated.

Choice B rationale

Methylprednisolone 50 mg IV is used for severe inflammation. It suppresses immune responses and reduces cytokine activity, but it does not directly address acute symptoms needing immediate intervention.

Choice C rationale

Reassessing vital signs ensures the patient’s stability before administering medications. This is vital in emergencies to evaluate therapy needs and prevent further clinical deterioration.

Choice D rationale

Notifying the provider about worsening symptoms after administration ensures timely interventions. However, preemptive measures, like reassessing stability, take priority before escalation.

Choice A rationale

While legal advice might assist, attorneys are not required to sign advance directives. Requirements vary by jurisdiction but typically involve witnesses or a notary for validity.

Choice B rationale

Living wills document clients’ preferences for medical care when decision-making is impaired. It is a central component of advance directives and demonstrates the client’s understanding.

Choice C rationale

Though appointing a health care proxy is an option, it is not mandatory for advance directives. Living wills alone can suffice to outline preferences without assigning a proxy.

Choice D rationale

Advance directives generally address situations where resuscitation is undesired, such as DNR orders, rather than requiring explicit documentation for resuscitation preferences, making this statement inaccurate.

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