A nurse manager is reviewing medical records to recommend clients for discharge following a local mass casualty event. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for discharge?
A client who has heart failure and received furosemide IV 8 hr ago
A client who was admitted 24 hr ago with chest pain
A client who had a seizure 48 hr ago and is on seizure precautions
A client who is scheduled to have a colonoscopy in 12 hr
The Correct Answer is D
A. A client who has heart failure and received furosemide IV 8 hr ago:
Clients with heart failure require ongoing monitoring for fluid balance, electrolyte levels, and signs of worsening symptoms. IV furosemide indicates active treatment, so this client is not stable for discharge.
B. A client who was admitted 24 hr ago with chest pain:
A client with recent chest pain requires further evaluation for acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Even if pain has resolved, monitoring for cardiac events is essential. This client is not stable for discharge.
C. A client who had a seizure 48 hr ago and is on seizure precautions:
Recent seizures require continued monitoring to assess for recurrence, medication adjustments, and safety precautions. This client is not stable for discharge.
D. A client who is scheduled to have a colonoscopy in 12 hr:
A colonoscopy is an elective procedure and does not require hospitalization. This client is stable and can be discharged to free up resources for mass casualty victims.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Varicella vaccine is given at 12–15 months and a second dose at 4–6 years. It is not given at 2 months.
B. Influenza vaccine is recommended annually starting at 6 months of age. It is not given at 2 months.
C. Hepatitis A vaccine is given at 12–23 months, with a second dose 6 months later. It is not given at 2 months.
D. Rotavirus vaccine is routinely given at 2 months and again at 4 months (and possibly 6 months depending on the vaccine type). This is the correct answer.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Double vision at 34 weeks of gestation is a potential sign of preeclampsia, which can lead to severe complications such as seizures (eclampsia), stroke, or organ damage. This client requires immediate assessment.
B. Leg cramps are common in late pregnancy due to pressure on nerves and changes in circulation. This is not an urgent concern.
C. Excessive salivation (ptyalism) is benign and can occur in early pregnancy due to hormonal changes. It does not require immediate assessment.
D. Periodic finger numbness is often due to carpal tunnel syndrome, a common non-urgent condition in pregnancy caused by fluid retention.
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