A client is scheduled to receive phenytoin (Dilantin) 100 mg orally at 6 PM but is having difficulty swallowing capsules. What method should the nurse to help the client take the medication?

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Q: A nurse will initiate anticoagulant drug therapy with a client. In which of the following client…

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Q: What action best matches the evaluation phase of the nursing process? Group of answer choices a.…

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Q: Your patient reports a prior negative experience with a health care provider who "didn't listen" and…

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Q: Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of the symptoms of an MI in males and females.…

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Q: A nurse is planning care for a client who has hepatitis B. Which of the following interventions…

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Q: Which actions would the nurse perform when using thetechnique of palpation during the physical…

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Q: Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of the symptoms of an MI in males and females.…

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Q: 1. Discuss how nurses are protected in their professional role. 2. What are the essential elements…

A: Malpractice is the professional negligence which lead to any harm or injury to a patient.

Q: d. What is the highest recommended units per day? o the nearest whole numbor)

A: Highest recommended dosage: 300,000units/kg/day. Client's weight: 21.3kgs ( 47lbs/2.205).

Q: Is there a legal penalty in Tennessee for assaulting a nurse? What is that penalty?   Explain why…

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Q: Which statement would be made by the nurse teaching a client about the use of tampons? Select all…

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Q: diabetes complains of hunger. the patient is sweaty, cold and clammy.

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Q: Describe  List five from the nine "rights" of assisting with medications and provide explanation…

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Q: Morphine is to be administered intravenously. Discuss the nursing care and observations the Enrolled…

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Q: An older client is having photocoagulation for macular degeneration. Which intervention should the…

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Q: To develop a care plan for a patient who is at risk for developing pneumonia after surgery. Which of…

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Q: When a physician prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac) for a 35-year-old male patient, she explained the…

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Q: . In this setting, patients travel to the facility for physical therapy treatment: A. Skilled…

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Q: A client who is recovering from an appendectomy is receiving narcotics, earlier the nurse witnessed…

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Q: A client has blindness related to conversion disorder. To assist the client with eating, which of…

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Q: A Patient with family history of a hematologic condition is being seen by a nurse. What assessment…

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Q: The nurse is receiving an older adult client from the PACU. Part of the report had been passed on…

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Q: For which reason should the nurse follow safe medication administration for intravenous (IV)…

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Q: A nurse is feeding a patient who states that she is feelingnauseated and can’t eat what is being…

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Q: Being prepared is a key factor in conducting a competent health assessment. The nurse must display…

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Q: The LPN/LVN is preparing to take a verbal medication order over the telephone from a health-care…

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