A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has a urinary tract infection.
The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Recommend increasing the dose of metoprolol
Clarify the prescription for amoxicillin with the provider.
Ensure the client wears a surgical mask when they are outside their room.
Request a prescription for an antiemetic medication
Place the client on contact precautions.
Correct Answer : B,D
A. The client is already on a daily dose of Metoprolol, and there is no indication that the dose should be increased. In fact, it is important to monitor the client's blood pressure and heart rate closely due to the potential side effects of Metoprolol.
B. This is the appropriate action since the client is allergic to penicillin, and the prescription for amoxicillin should be reviewed with the provider.
C. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires a surgical mask when outside their room.
D. The client has been vomiting and experiencing abdominal cramping, which suggests nausea and discomfort. Requesting a prescription for an antiemetic medication is an appropriate action to address these symptoms.
E. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires contact precautions. The client has a urinary tract infection and is not exhibiting symptoms consistent with a condition that requires contact precautions.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Ensuring that the stool specimen does not contain urine helps to prevent false-positive results, as blood from urine could interfere with the test.
B. Each fecal occult blood test should be performed using a fresh stool specimen to ensure accuracy.
C. Having the client defecate into a bedpan with water is unnecessary and may interfere with the test.
D. Standard precautions, including wearing gloves, are sufficient for handling stool specimens; sterile gloves are not required for this procedure.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Cleansing the client's outer ear with isopropyl alcohol to remove wax is not recommended because it can cause irritation and dryness.
B. Pulling the client's pinna downward and back is an incorrect technique for instilling otic medication in an adult client. An adult ear should be pulled upwards and backwards.
C. Holding the ear dropper 1 cm (0.5 in) from the client's ear is accurate.
D. Requesting the client remain supine for 10 min following administration is not necessary and may not be practical, instead the client should lie on the contralateral side.
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