The Resident (M.D) has ordered Ceftriaxone 500mg IM x 1 dose…
The Resident (M.D) has ordered Ceftriaxone 500mg IM x 1 dose for a client who needs to be treated for Gonorrhea. You are the nurse who will be administering the medication. The client weighs 152 kg. You double check the recommendation which reads as image below. What is the correct treatment, and what should be your follow up? gonorrheatx(1).jpg
Read DetailsA nurse has determined that women in her rural community wou…
A nurse has determined that women in her rural community would like to learn more about STI testing and birth control. Since many of these women are predominantly Spanish speaking, a great way to engage them can be thru the use of a bilingual community health worker who can offer these women a “charla.”
Read DetailsThere are multiple adverse effects related to the use of EDT…
There are multiple adverse effects related to the use of EDTA. These side effects are dependent on various factors, including dosage, renal function, and frequency of administration. The most commonly recognized adverse effect is renal toxicity. Which of the following would you monitor to assess for renal toxicity? (select all that apply).
Read DetailsA medical supply factory in Asheville, North Carolina was de…
A medical supply factory in Asheville, North Carolina was destroyed by Hurricane Helene. As a result there was a shortage of IV fluids after the storm. Patients and hospitals across the country had to accommodate for the shortage. These patients and healthcare workers were affected by a disaster in which of the following manners?
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