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"The doctor can best help you with that after your physical examination."This response implies that a physical examination is necessary before discussing contraception, which may not be accurate. Contraceptive counseling can often occur without a physical examination, and the nurse can provide initial guidance based on the information available.

"You are so young. Are you sure you are ready for the responsibilities of a sexual relationship?"
This response may come across as judgmental and could potentially discourage open communication. It's essential to maintain a non-judgmental and supportive attitude when discussing sexual health with adolescents. Instead of questioning their readiness, the focus should be on providing accurate information and support.

"Because of your age, we need your parents' consent for an examination, and then we'll talk."This response may not be appropriate as it suggests a potential barrier to seeking advice about contraception. Many jurisdictions allow adolescents to receive confidential reproductive health services, including contraception, without parental consent. Encouraging open communication and respecting confidentiality is crucial in supporting adolescents' access to reproductive healthcare.

Move any clients in the immediate vicinity.This is a reasonable next step, ensuring the safety of clients in close proximity to the potentially hazardous situation.

Close the fire doors on the unit.Closing fire doors is important for containing the spread of smoke and fire, but it may be a secondary action after alerting others to the emergency using the fire alarm.

Use a fire extinguisher on the outlet.
While fire extinguishers can be useful in certain situations, using one on an electrical fire can be dangerous. It's generally recommended to leave firefighting to trained personnel and focus on evacuation and alerting others.

Assist a client to eat who has difficulty seeing the foods on the tray.Assisting a client with eating is a routine task that an AP can perform, especially when the client has difficulty with vision.

Provide postmortem care for a client who has died.Postmortem care involves preparing the body of a deceased client. While it requires sensitivity, it is a task that can be appropriately delegated to assistive personnel.

Deliver a client's urine specimen to the laboratory.Transporting a urine specimen to the laboratory is a task that an assistive personnel can perform, as it does not involve interpretation or assessment of the specimen.

Provide client care as assigned:While it is essential to be flexible and adaptable, patient safety is a priority. If the nurse is not familiar with certain skills or techniques and believes it could compromise patient safety, blindly providing care may not be the best option.

Make a formal complaint to the nursing manager:Making a formal complaint should not be the initial step. It is better to explore other options before escalating the situation to a higher level.

Request the charge nurse to modify the assignment:This is a reasonable option. The nurse can communicate concerns to the charge nurse and request modifications to the assignment based on their skills and competency.

A 15-year-old client who has acne:Acne alone is not a contraindication to oral contraceptives. In fact, oral contraceptives can sometimes be prescribed to help manage acne.

A client who has a menstrual cycle every 14 days:Having a menstrual cycle every 14 days may indicate an irregular cycle, but it's not a direct contraindication to oral contraceptives. However, the cause of the frequent cycles might need evaluation before starting oral contraceptives.

A client who has a hematocrit of 39%:A hematocrit level of 39% is within the normal range and is not a contraindication to oral contraceptives.

"You have been very inconsiderate of others by not completing your share of the work."This statement may be perceived as accusatory and could escalate the conflict. It is important to communicate concerns without placing blame.

"Several staff members have commented that you don't do your fair share of the work."This statement involves bringing in third-party opinions, which may not be the most direct and effective way to address the issue. It's better to address the concern directly with the individual involved.

"If you don't do your share of the work, I will have to inform the nurse manager."Threatening to inform the nurse manager without first addressing the issue through communication can escalate the conflict. It's generally more productive to attempt to resolve conflicts through open and direct communication before involving higher authorities.

Salmeterol:Salmeterol is a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator used for respiratory conditions. While it does not directly cause sedation, the individual response may vary, and caution should be taken if the client experiences dizziness or lightheadedness.

Misoprostol:Misoprostol is a medication used to prevent gastric ulcers, and it does not typically cause sedation or affect coordination.

Penicillin G:Penicillin G is an antibiotic and does not have sedative effects that would necessitate fall precautions.

Position the client on her side:While placing the client on her side is important, especially if there is a risk of aspiration during the seizure, maintaining the airway takes precedence as the priority action.

Identify the poison the client ingested:While identifying the poison is important for subsequent management, it is not the immediate priority during an active seizure. The focus is on stabilizing and ensuring the client's safety.

Measure the client's blood pressure:Monitoring vital signs, including blood pressure, is an essential aspect of care, but it is not the immediate priority during an active seizure. Airway management takes precedence to prevent complications such as hypoxia.