A 40-year-old male patient with a documented history of an anaphylactic reaction to penicillin is admitted with a severe skin infection. The healthcare provider orders ceftriaxone 1g IV every 24 hours. As the nurse, what is the most appropriate action?
Read DetailsA 55-year-old patient with a history of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) presents for an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Before the procedure, the nurse assesses the patient’s gag reflex as part of the pre-procedural evaluation. Why is this assessment important?
Read DetailsA 55-year-old patient who recently underwent a cholecystectomy is now being transferred from the recovery unit to the medical floor. Which of the following interventions is most important to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the immediate postoperative period?
Read DetailsA patient has been taking prednisone 40 mg daily for the past 3 weeks to manage a severe asthma exacerbation. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a potential adverse effect of long-term glucocorticoid therapy?
Read DetailsA 50-year-old patient with a history of diverticulitis presents with severe abdominal pain, fever, and a rigid abdomen. The physician suspects peritonitis. Which of the following causes of peritonitis is most likely in this patient, given the clinical presentation and history of diverticulitis?
Read DetailsA patient has undergone a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy to remove a pituitary adenoma. During postoperative care, which of the following nursing interventions and assessments are critical to prevent complications? Select all that apply.
Read DetailsA 60-year-old patient with a history of diabetes mellitus presents with an infected ulcer on their left foot. Upon assessment, the nurse notes poor circulation and decreased sensation in the foot. What is the most important nursing intervention to prevent further complications related to diabetic foot ulcers?
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