Problem
A. A nurse reviews an order for ceftriaxone in combination with vancomycin for a client diagnosed with meningitis. Identify three components of the medication prescriptions that, if missing, would require clarification with the provider.
B. A preceptor is explaining the plan of care for a client receiving brachytherapy. Identify four nursing actions the novice nurse should understand for this client's care.
C. A school nurse is conducting a health class regarding symptoms of a urinary tract infection. Identify four expected findings.
D. A nurse is caring for a client in skeletal traction. What guidelines should the nurse observe regarding traction?
E. The nurse is administering IV fluid replacement to a client with hypovolemia. Identify two lab values the nurse will monitor and anticipates abnormal value until fluid balance is restored. Suggested Adult Med Surg Learning Activity: Fluid and Electrolytes Imbalances
F. A nurse is monitoring a client receiving conscious sedation for closed reduction of a shoulder dislocation that occurred during football practice. The client's respiratory rate is irregular at 6 breaths/minute with intermittent gasping. Describe the appropriate technique to open this client's airway.
G. The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. List three nursing action to prevent the development of ventilator-associated pneumonia.