A hospitalized client is receiving intravenous hypertonic sa…
A hospitalized client is receiving intravenous hypertonic saline for severe hyponatremia. The nurse explains that the solution has a higher concentration of solutes than the fluid inside the body’s cells. Which response best describes what will occur initially?
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A patient receiving a continuous heparin infusion has laboratory testing performed every six hours. The most recent coagulation result falls below the therapeutic range established by protocol. Which action should the nurse anticipate?
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A patient experiencing an acute asthma exacerbation receives albuterol via nebulizer in the emergency department. Fifteen minutes later, lung sounds improve and oxygen saturation rises from 90% to 96%, but the patient reports feeling “shaky” and notices a rapid heartbeat. Which interpretation is most appropriate?
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Following abdominal surgery, a patient receives IV morphine for pain management. Thirty minutes later, the patient becomes difficult to arouse, respirations decrease to 8 breaths per minute, and oxygen saturation begins to decline. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?
Read DetailsA patient receiving haloperidol for schizophrenia reports fe…
A patient receiving haloperidol for schizophrenia reports fewer auditory hallucinations during a follow-up visit. However, the nurse observes muscle rigidity and abnormal facial movements that were not present before treatment began. Which interpretation best reflects the medication’s therapeutic and adverse effects?
Read DetailsA patient with persistent asthma is prescribed both albutero…
A patient with persistent asthma is prescribed both albuterol and fluticasone inhalers. During discharge teaching, the patient asks how to use both medications correctly when they are scheduled at the same time. Which instruction by the nurse is most appropriate?
Read DetailsA patient returns to the clinic two months after beginning l…
A patient returns to the clinic two months after beginning lisinopril therapy for hypertension. Blood pressure has improved, but the patient reports an irritating dry cough that disrupts sleep and daily activities. Which action should the nurse anticipate?
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