A patient who is receiving a final dose of intravenous (IV)…
A patient who is receiving a final dose of intravenous (IV) ceftriaxone begins to complain of pain and irritation at the infusion site. The nurse observes signs of redness at the IV insertion site and along the vein. What is the nurse’s priority action?
Read DetailsA physical therapist discusses the care of a 30 year old fem…
A physical therapist discusses the care of a 30 year old female patient with her physician. The physician indicates that the patient has a good prognosis and hopeful she will have a complete functional recovery. This type of prognosis would be most consistent with what neurologic diagnosis?
Read DetailsA provider is considering prescribing alosetron for a patien…
A provider is considering prescribing alosetron for a patient with severe IBS-D unresponsive to other treatments. Before initiating therapy, the provider must review the FDA Black Box Warning for this medication. Which serious risk must the provider discuss with the patient prior to prescribing?
Read DetailsScenario: Your patient had a right CVA with left hemiplegia….
Scenario: Your patient had a right CVA with left hemiplegia. In both sitting and standing, the patient wants to use their R arm on surfaces which results in the body moving strongly to the left of midline. Which of the following treatment strategies would be the best for this patient?
Read Details