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asd123

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A client with a history of epilepsy arrives in the emergency department experiencing status epi-lepticus. The nurse should never do which of the following?
 
  1. Document sequence of events, including any adverse outcomes.
  2. Prepare to initiate IV access.
  3. Access oxygen and suctioning equipment.
  4. Open client's mouth by placing fingers on jaw and inserting thumb on bottom teeth to place oral airway between seizures.

Question 2

Which of the following statements indicates that the client is at risk for an electrical shock at home?
 
  1. I had to cut off the third prong on the electrical plug so that it would fit in the extension cord.
  2. My bread got stuck in my toaster this morning, and I unplugged it before trying to remove it.
  3. I always read the owner's manual when I purchase a new electrical appliance.
  4. I always make sure that I am standing in a dry area before operating electrical equipment.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4
Nurses should never put their fingers in or close to a clients mouth who is or has been experienc-ing seizure activity, to prevent being bitten in the event that the client should experience more seizure activity. The nurse is responsible for all of these measures in Answers 1, 2, and 3 to pro-vide for the safety of the client, as well as document the sequence of events including any unex-pected outcomes.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
The third prong is used to ground the piece of equipment. Improperly grounded equipment can cause electrical injury.




asd123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


anyusername12131

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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