Nurse Achieve 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is incorrect data to use for client identification prior to medication administration?

Date of birth

Hospital ID number

Admission date (correct)

First and last name

What are the nurse's priority actions for a client diagnosed with Lyme disease who refuses treatment?

Educate them about treatment options and respect their decision afterwards (correct)

Tell the client that antibiotics will make them feel better

Refuse to care further for this client as they are refusing any treatment

Notify the health care provider immediately

Which of the following may be implemented in the care plan for a client diagnosed with gastritis?

Decrease alcohol consumption (correct)

Smoking cessation (correct)

Antiemetics (correct)

Gastric surgery

NSAIDs for pain

Based on the given symptoms, which condition does the nurse suspect for a client with difficulty breathing after a rib fracture?

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Study Notes

Medication Protocol

Incorrect client identification data: Admission date
Acceptable forms for identification: Hospital ID number, first and last name, date of birth
Proper identification is vital to prevent medication errors and client harm

Lyme Disease Management

Client has a history of tick bite and delayed diagnosis of Lyme disease
Nurse's priority is to educate the client on treatment options while respecting their decision
Importance of informed decisions: Clients must understand all pharmacological and non-pharmacological options before refusing treatment
Early-stage Lyme disease is treatable with antibiotics; delayed treatment risks chronic complications like arthritis and fatigue

Gastritis Care Plan

Considerations for managing gastritis include supportive care and lifestyle changes
Anti-emetics may be included in treatment to manage vomiting and prevent dehydration
Smoking cessation and reduced alcohol consumption are vital lifestyle modifications
Gastritis results from inflammation of the stomach lining and a breakdown of the protective mucosal barrier

Respiratory Assessment

Client with fractured rib presents with difficulty breathing and subcutaneous emphysema
Signs assessed: Reduced breath sounds, hyperresonance during percussion, elevated pulse and respiratory rate, low blood pressure
Likely condition: Pneumothorax, which is air accumulation in the pleural cavity due to rib fracture
Rib fractures are common chest injuries and can lead to complications if not properly managed

Description

This quiz focuses on the proper medication protocol and client identification methods in nursing. It highlights acceptable forms of client identification and underscores the importance of reducing errors and harm to clients. Test your knowledge with these flashcards that cover critical nursing concepts.