A nurse is assisting in the care of a 72-year-old female client who recently had a stroke and is being monitored for complications.

Exhibits

Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options. The client is at risk for developing

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Choice A rationale

A client who receives burns from a heating pad has experienced harm due to the healthcare setting or treatment. An incident report should be completed to document the injury and investigate the cause to prevent future occurrences.

Choice B rationale

A client's dissatisfaction with meal temperature does not typically require an incident report unless it leads to significant issues such as foodborne illness or other adverse effects. It is usually managed through the facility's complaint process.

Choice C rationale

If a client becomes disoriented and falls out of bed, it is crucial to complete an incident report to document the event, assess the cause, and implement measures to prevent similar incidents. This helps ensure client safety and continuous quality improvement.

Choice D rationale

When a client's visitor becomes dizzy and faints in the client's room, an incident report should be completed to document the occurrence and initiate an investigation into the cause. This helps in providing appropriate care and preventing future incidents.

Choice E rationale

A client's inability to afford recommended physical therapy is an important issue but does not typically require an incident report. This situation should be addressed through social services or financial counseling to find a solution.

Step 1: mg/kg/day × 35 kg = 2800 mg/day

Step 2: 0 mg/day ÷ 4 doses/day = 700 mg/dose.

Step 3: mg ÷ (1 g/10 mL) = 700 mg ÷ (1000 mg/10 mL)

Step 4: mg ÷ 100 mg/mL = 7 mL.

The nurse should administer 7 mL per dose.