Patient Data

Exhibits

After completing the initial assessment, the nurse has reviewed the 0930 laboratory results of blood specimens obtained in the outpatient clinic.

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A client who weighs 65 kg receives a prescription for lorazepam 44 mcg/kg IV to be administered 20 minutes before a scheduled procedure. The medication is available as "Lorazepam 2 mg/ml vial". How many mL should the nurse administer? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)

The nurse is teaching an older client about the prevention of osteoporosis. Which foods should the nurse recommend to the client to increase in the diet?

A client with metastatic bone cancer is requesting pain medication. Which approach should the nurse use to assess the quality of the client's pain?

A nurse is assisting with a routine physical examination of an adolescent. The provider observes a lateral curvature of the spine. The nurse should expect the provider to document which of the following disorders?

The nurse is providing education to a client who experiences recurrent levels of moderate anxiety to situations and perceived stress. In addition to information about prescribed medication and administration, which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching?

When entering the room of a sedated postoperative client, which assessment requires immediate intervention by the nurse?

A client's telemetry monitor indicates ventricular fibrillation (VF). Which action should the nurse implement immediately?

A client receives a prescription for acetaminophen 1,000 mg PO every 8 hours PRN for pain. The bottle is labeled "Acetaminophen for Oral Suspension, USP 500 mg per 15 mL." How many tablespoons should the nurse instruct the client to take with each dose? (Enter numerical value only.)

Click to highlight the statement(s) made by the client that indicate she understood the treatment recommendations and is developing an understanding of her disease. Select all that apply.
1.    Working with an addiction therapist for several months will assist in my recovery.

2.    The Alcoholics Anonymous program would be a great resource, but they do not have meetings when I'm free.
3.    It is not safe for me to drink alcohol, but I am still able to smoke marijuana without problems.
4.    Identifying potential triggers allows me to proactively utilize coping strategies.

5.    Relapse is an expected complication of substance use; thus, prevention strategies and awareness of my emotions are important.
6.    The treatment options for alcoholism are limited to inpatients, with very few resources for outpatients.
 

A client is receiving "Heparin Sodium 25,000 Units in 250 mL 5% Dextrose" IV at 7 mL/hour. The healthcare provider changes the prescription to 900 units/hour. The nurse should program the infusion pump to deliver how many mL/hour? (Enter numeric value only.)