A nurse is caring for a patient who is on amphotericin B. On morning rounds the patient reports weakness, numbness, and a tingling sensation in his feet. What would be a priority action by the nurse?
A) Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake.
B) Use strict aseptic technique for drug administration.
C) Keep the bed in a low position and the side rails up at all times.
D) Reduce the drug dosage
Question 2
Sotalol is being given orally to a patient who has been admitted to the hospital. The nurse will plan care that includes
A) monitoring the patient's kidney function.
B) preparing the patient for a rectal administration of the drug if the oral dosage is not effective.
C) monitoring the patient for a minimum of 3 days in the hospital while on the maintenance dose.
D) observing for symptoms of cinchonism.
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Stereotaxic Surgery on a Human Patient
It is important to act concerned when a patient is upset.
Patient registration form.
Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is from Another Culture