Author Question: The nurse is discharging a client from the urgent care clinic who has been diagnosed with a urinary ... (Read 42 times)

jazziefee · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is discharging a client from the urgent care clinic who has been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection.

The nurse knows the client has understood teaching when she states she will contact the health care provider if her fever persists for more than _____ days.
Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

Question 2

A client has received a prescription for a sulfonamide. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

1. If I develop a fever or severe diarrhea, I will call my health care provider.
2. I will call the health care provider if my symptoms have not improved in the next few days.
3. I will limit my fluid intake to about three glasses per day.
4. I will return for my scheduled appointment for lab work.

jaykayy05 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: The nurse should teach the client to report a fever that does not diminish below 37.8C (100F) or per the parameters set by the health care provider within 3 days.
Global Rationale: The provider should be notified if fever and signs and symptoms of infection remain or increase after 3 days, or if the entire course of antibacterial has been taken and signs of infection are still present.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The client should contact the health care provider at the development of fever or severe diarrhea.
Rationale 2: The client should contact the health care provider if symptoms have not improved in a few days.
Rationale 3: The client should increase fluid intake to 23 liters per day rather than limit intake to approximately 24 ounces.
Rationale 4: The client should know when to return for lab work or a follow-up appointment.
Global Rationale: The client should contact the health provider if symptoms do not improve in a few days or if fever or severe diarrhea develop. The client should know when to return for lab work or a follow-up appointment.
The client should increase fluid intake to 23 liters per day rather than limit intake to approximately 24 ounces.