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A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia

Exhibits

The nurse is providing discharge teaching for the client and their caregiver. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

Adjust the oxygen flow rate as needed to ease breathing.

Antibiotic therapy should be taken for 10 days.

Store the oxygen cylinder wrench with the oxygen tank.

Ensure the oxygen delivery system is at least 8 feet from any heat source.

Steroid medication should be taken in the morning.

Antibiotic medication can be taken with or without food.

The steroid dose will decrease each day.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C

A.   Adjusting the oxygen flow rate helps maintain adequate oxygen levels, especially during exertion or increased dyspnea.
B.   The antibiotics were discontinued on Day 4, so the duration of antibiotic therapy is not 10 days.
C.   Storing the wrench with the oxygen tank ensures that it's readily available to adjust or replace the tank.
D.   Placing the oxygen delivery system away from heat sources helps prevent potential fire hazards.
E. There is no specifications on the time to take steroid medications
F.   The specific instructions for taking the antibiotics weren't provided in the scenario.
G.   The scenario doesn't specify a decreasing dose regimen for the steroid medication.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Loosening the bed linensmay not have a significant effect on the client's pain level, and may increase the risk of infection or further injury to the pressure ulcer.
B. Massaging the sacrum in the context of a pressure injury might exacerbate the condition and isn't recommended.
C. Providing bright lights might not specifically address the acute pain from the pressure injury.
D. Music therapy is a nonpharmacological intervention that can help reduce pain perception, anxiety, and stress in clients who have acute pain. Music can also provide distraction, relaxation, and comfort to the client.

A. "I will use the grab bars when getting in and out of the bathtub." B. "I need to have a fire escape plan with my family." C. "I need to check my medication expiration dates." D. "I need to set my hot water heater to 140 degrees Fahrenheit." E. "I will apply tape over frayed areas of electrical cords."

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

Explanation

A. Using grab bars enhances safety while bathing.
B. Having a fire escape plan contributes to home safety.
C. Checking medication expiration dates ensures safe and effective use.
D. Setting the water heater to 140 degrees Fahrenheit may pose a scalding risk.
E. Applying tape to electrical cords is not a safe practice and does not indicate an understanding of safety precautions.

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A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia

Exhibits

The nurse is providing discharge teaching for the client and their caregiver. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.