The nurse is caring for a client who has an intestinal obstruction. The healthcare provider calls and requests the nurse witness consent for surgery. When the nurse addresses the consent, the client asks, “The healthcare provider is going to fix the blockage and everything’s going to be fine, right?” What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?  

Follow instructions for rounding for each question.  Label all answers to receive credit. All labels must be written in approved abbreviations from Pickar or Taylor textbook. The healthcare provider orders an IVPB of vancomycin (Vancocin) 250 mg in 150 mL NS to infuse over 1½ hours on an IV infusion pump. The rate on the pump will be:

Identify structure  I (i)

According to “The Backpack You Need Isn’t For Carrying Books”, which of the following does Mr. Kristoff do to promote global issues? 

Determine the value of “a” in a standard form equation of a parabola whose vertex is (1,2) and passes through the point (3,-6).

The nurse moves from Ohio to New Jersey. Where can the nurse obtain a copy of the Nurse Practice Act?    

Put the following steps in the correct order (1 through 6) when inserting a rectal suppository. Apply gloves. Insert suppository along the rectal wall 3 – 4”.        Identify the client and compare it to the MAR. Explain the purpose and action of the suppository. Encourage the client to remain on the left side for 5 minutes. Remove the suppository from the wrapper and apply lubricant.

Identify structure  C

Identify structure  H

Identify structure  B