A nurse is caring for a client who has a gonococcal infection and has been prescribed an 1M injection of ceftriaxone. The client refuses the medication because they are afraid of needles. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

"You must take this medication because there is no other option to treat this infection."

"Refusing the injection means you will not get better."

"You should not feel anything more than a minor sting from the injection."

"l will discuss other treatments options with your provider."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

The provider should be consulted as other oral alternative exist. It is important for the nurse to understand his or her role as a client’s advocate. In this, role, she should acknowledge the client’s concerns and address the issues without coercing or threatening the client.

A- This does not respect client’s autonomy

B- This statement is inappropriate as the nurse should not use threats to induce fear

C- This statement fails to appreciate the client’s concerns

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

- Prochlorperazine is an antiemetic agent that is used to manage nausea and vomiting especially in clients undergoing chemotherapy.

A-Propafenone is an antiarrhythmic agent B-Simvastatin is antilipemic agent

D-Metformin is an oral hypoglycemic agent

A. Blood pressure 140/86 mm Hg B. Temperature 37.50 C (99.50 F) C. Heart rate 65/min D. Respiratory rate 10/min

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Respiratory rate of 10/min indicates respiratory depression which a potential adverse effect of morphine. Opioids suppress the central respiratory centers leading to respiratory depression. Use of two opioids increases their levels in blood raising the risk of respiratory depression even higher which is fatal.
A.- Elevated blood pressure is not directly related to morphine use . Could be an indication of pain
B.-Normal temperature
C.-Normal heart rate

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A nurse is caring for a client who has a gonococcal infection and has been prescribed an 1M injection of ceftriaxone. The client refuses the medication because they are afraid of needles. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

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