The nurse adds a nursing order to the care plan related to a patient with a problem state-ment/nursing diagnosis of altered nutrition/Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements Related to Nausea and Vomiting.
Which nursing order should the nurse include in the plan of care?
a. Medicate with an antiemetic before each meal.
b. Offer crackers and iced drink before each meal.
c. Change diet to clear liquids.
d. Give nothing by mouth until nausea sub-sides.
Question 2The patient with asthma is prescribed a leukotriene modifier drug, montelukast (Singulair). Which statement describes an advantage of this medication?
a. Limited gastrointestinal (GI) side effects
b. Bronchodilation and anti-inflammatory effects
c. Stringent control of acute episodes of asthma
d. Ability to replace all other asthma reme-dies
Question 3The nurse is advising a young college student who wants a tan before spring break. Which method is safest for the student to use?
a. Take advantage of morning sun while using sunscreen with an SPF of 30.
b. Use a spray-on tanning solution.
c. Use a sun lamp for a maximum of 20 minutes a day.
d. Use a tanning salon for no more than 10 minutes per visit.
Question 4The nurse who has recently moved from Louisiana to Texas is uncertain about the LPN/LVN's role in applying the nursing process. Which source is most appropriate source for the nurse to consult?
a. Hospital policies
b. The Texas State Board of Nursing
c. Rules and regulations of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act
d. The National Association of Practical Nurse Education and Service
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