The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is unabl…
The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is unable to receive additional pain medication for 2 hours. The patient reports surgical site pain of 4/10 and requests pain relief. What nonpharmacologic intervention would be most appropriate?
Read DetailsThe nurse provides care for a patient who had knee replaceme…
The nurse provides care for a patient who had knee replacement surgery 2 days ago. The patient reports pain of a 3 out of 10 and requests a pain medication before physical therapy. Which prescribed medication does the nurse administer to this patient?
Read DetailsThe nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with chro…
The nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who requires supplemental oxygen. Which is the correct flow rate range by nasal cannula (NC) when providing care for this patient?
Read DetailsThe nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with chro…
The nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is prescribed 24% oxygen at 2 L/min. Which is the best method for the nurse to use to administer oxygen to this patient?
Read DetailsA dispute arises between the RN and LPN over a patient issue…
A dispute arises between the RN and LPN over a patient issue. The tension continues between the two and begins to affect other staff members, who are drawn into the conflict. Over time, the team becomes polarized toward either the RN or the LPN. How might this situation be prevented?
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