What is the primary purpose of a healthcare power of attorney?

Mrs. Garcia, a 65-year-old woman with liver failure, is considering palliative care. She wants to know if palliative care can be started early in her illness. What should you tell Mrs. Garcia about the timing of palliative care initiation?

What is the GFR range for stage 3B chronic kidney disease?

Mr. Miller, is a 95-year-old male who is receiving palliative care. He complains of dyspnea.  What treatment would you recommend?

What is the significance of a DNR order in hospice care?

A patient with muscle spasticity is prescribed cyclobenzaprine. Which statement by the patient indicates they understand the nurse’s teaching about this medication?

Which of the following muscle relaxants should be avoided in patients with liver disease due to its risk of hepatotoxicity?

A nurse is administering baclofen to a patient with spinal cord injury. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to minimize the risk of dizziness and falls?

The nurse is caring for a patient taking baclofen for muscle spasticity. Which of the following symptoms would indicate an adverse effect of the medication?

Which of the following muscle relaxants directly acts on skeletal muscle by inhibiting calcium release?