The nurse is caring for several patients. The patient in which situation can safely receive oral medications?
a. Nausea with frequent episodes of vomiting
b. Taking a daily dose of vitamins
c. Nasogastric tube connected to suction
d. Diagnosed with an esophageal stricture
Question 2The patient is to receive three different medications via a nasogastric tube. What is the total amount of water the nurse should prepare to administer?
a. 30 mL of water
b. 60 mL of water
c. 90 mL of water
d. 250 mL of water
Question 3The patient is to receive a medication via the sublingual route. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
a. Placing the medication under the tongue
b. Crushing the medication before administration
c. Offering the client a glass of orange juice after administration
d. Using sterile technique to administer the medication
Question 4When preparing to administer medication via a nasogastric tube, the nurse aspirates 275 mL of gastric residual. What is the first action the nurse should take?
a. Wait 1 hour and recheck the residual.
b. Administer the medication with more fluid.
c. Return the aspirate and withhold the medication.
d. Attach the nasogastric tube to suction to remove additional volume.
Question 5________________ removes sweat, oil, dirt and bacteria and helps maintain skin integrity.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Question 6To prevent medication errors, which action should be taken by the nurse?
a. Clarify illegible orders with the prescriber.
b. Document the medication before administration.
c. Read medication labels 2 times when preparing.
d. Prepare all of the client's medications for the shift at the same time.
Question 7A _____________ is a small, battery-powered, electronic device that amplifies sound.
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Question 8The nurse is administering a parenteral medication to the patient. Which action by the nurse demonstrates proper technique?
a. Using strict aseptic technique
b. Using work-arounds to administer medications in a timely manner
c. Injecting the medication smoothly but rapidly
d. Inserting the needle into the patient's skin smoothly and slowly
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