While caring for an infant, the nurse hears an older child s…
While caring for an infant, the nurse hears an older child screaming in the next room and rushes there, forgetting to put the side rails up on the infant’s crib. The nurse returns to the room to find that the infant has fallen out of the crib and sustained a head injury. Based on the nurse’s action, which of the following is the nurse likely liable for?
Read DetailsA nurse is caring for a client undergoing a non-stress test…
A nurse is caring for a client undergoing a non-stress test (NST), and determines that the test is non-reactive. After informing the healthcare provider (HCP) of the result and receiving orders, what will the nurse anticipate happening next?
Read DetailsThe mother of an infant who has had a cleft lip repair tells…
The mother of an infant who has had a cleft lip repair tells the nurse that the surgeon said it was very important not to let the baby cry after surgery. She asks the nurse “What is the reason for this?” Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
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A client is 4 days post-op a vaginal hysterectomy. The indwelling urinary catheter was removed 24 hours ago urine output for the previous shift was 410 mL, vital signs are T 100.1° F, HR 84; RR 20, and BP 110/70. The client complains of burning with urination. Which of these newly received orders from the HCP will you prioritize and implement?
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