The nurse receives the following order: "Ferrous sulfate 325 mg four times a day PO. Give on empty stomach." Even before researching, the nurse guesses that this is because the medication:

is better absorbed when there is no food in the stomach.

can cause constipation.

is irritating to the gastric mucosa and may cause bleeding.

is destroyed by acid in the stomach.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Iron supplements such as ferrous sulfate are better absorbed on an empty stomach, as food can interfere with their absorption.

B. While constipation can be a side effect of iron supplementation, it is not the reason for giving it on an empty stomach.

C. Irritation to the gastric mucosa is not the primary reason for giving iron on an empty stomach.

D. Iron is not typically destroyed by stomach acid; rather, the concern is about its absorption being inhibited by food.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. A yellow wound color indicates the presence of slough, which is nonviable tissue that needs to be removed to promote healing. Treatment typically involves debridement of the nonviable tissue followed by application of a moist wound dressing.

B. No treatment is not appropriate for a wound with yellow color indicating the presence of nonviable tissue.

C. Barrier cream and foam dressing may be appropriate for protecting intact skin or managing moisture, but they do not address the underlying issue of nonviable tissue.

D. Enhancing air circulation may be beneficial for some wounds, but it does not specifically address the presence of nonviable tissue in the wound.

A. administration can predict overtime costs more accurately. B. nurses report more pressure to perform necessary tasks themselves. C. clients receive less attention because there are too many staff members involved in the care. D. skills of the nursing team can be used more effectively.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Delegation may not directly affect the prediction of overtime costs.

B. Delegation can help alleviate pressure on individual nurses by distributing tasks appropriately.

C. Delegation should not result in clients receiving less attention; rather, it should ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.

D. Delegation allows for the efficient use of nursing staff skills, ensuring that tasks are performed by the appropriate personnel, which can improve overall effectiveness and client outcomes.

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The nurse receives the following order: "Ferrous sulfate 325 mg four times a day PO. Give on empty stomach." Even before researching, the nurse guesses that this is because the medication:

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On admission to the hospital, the nurse notes that the client has a sacral wound that is "yellow" in color. What wound treatment would the nurse expect the health care provider to order?

Correct Answer is A

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An advantage of delegation in client care is that:

Correct Answer is D

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