The nurse is preparing to give medications. Which is the most appropriate nursing action for intravenous (IV) phenytoin (Dilantin)?a )Give IV doses via rapid IV push.b) Administer in normal saline solutions.c )Administer in dextrose solutions.d )Ensure continuous infusion of the drug.

The nurse assesses that her client’s intravenous solution has infiltrated into the tissues. What action should she take first?

A patient has been instructed to use an over-the-counter (OTC) form of the bulk-forming laxative methylcellulose (Citrucel) to prevent constipation. The nurse will advise the patient of potential adverse effects, including (Select all that apply) a) fluid and electrolyte disturbances.b )decreased absorption of vitamins.c )gas formation.d )darkened stools.e )discolored urine.

The nurse is revie-ing the medical history of a patient -how is about to receive therapy -ith etanercept (Enbrel). Which conditions, if present, would be a contraindication or caution for therapy -ith this drug? (Select all that apply.) a) Urinary tract infectionb )Psoriasisc) Heart failured) Glaucomae) Latex allergy

A patient experiencing ethanol withdrawal is beginning to show severe manifestations of delirium tremens. The nurse will plan to implement which interventions for this patient? (Select all that apply.) a )Doses of an oral benzodiazepineb )Doses of an intravenous benzodiazepine c) Restraints if the patient becomes confused, agitated, or a threat to himself or othersd )Thiamine supplementatione )Oral disulfiram (Antabuse) treatment f ) Monitoring in the intensive care unit

Discuss the anatomical location, choice of anesthetic, patient positioning, typical needle sizes and indications for performing a lumbar puncture.

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been taking clozapine (Clozaril) for 2 months. Which laboratory test(s) should be performed regularly while the patient is taking this medication? a )Platelet countb )WBC countc )Liver function studiesd) Renal function studies

Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with a suspected tension pneumothorax? a) Administering supplemental oxygen b) Administering intravenous fluids c) Performing needle decompression d) Assisting with chest tube insertion.

Order: Administer 7.5 mg of haloperidol IM STATAvailable: Haloperidol 5 mg/mLHow much medication will the nurse draw up in the syringe? How quickly does the nurse need to administer this medication?

The nurse assesses that her client’s intravenous solution has infiltrated into the tissues. What action should she take first?