This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: When teaching clients about applying nitroglycerin ointment, the nurse should include: a. the ... (Read 98 times)

melly21297

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 565
on: Jul 24, 2018
When teaching clients about applying nitroglycerin ointment, the nurse should include:
 
  a. the patch should be removed after 12 hours.
  b. the ointment is gently rubbed into the skin.
  c. the measured ointment side of the paper is placed against the client's skin.
  d. the measurement paper is taped securely in place with adhesive tape.

Question 2

The nurse teaching clients using vasodilators should include:
 
  a. Double the next dose if you have forgotten to take a dose.
  b. You should rise and change position slowly.
  c. Take the medication before getting out of bed in the morning.
  d. Do not take these drugs with dairy products.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

morganmarie791

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Applying nitroglycerin ointment does not use a patch.
B Incorrect: The ointment should not be rubbed into the skin.
C Correct: This represents appropriate client teaching.
D Incorrect: Hypoallergenic tape should be used.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The dose should not be doubled without instructions from the health care provider.
B Correct: The client should rise and change positions slowly, because of the risk of postural hypotension.
C Incorrect: The client should not take the medication before rising in the morning, because of risk of postural hypotension.
D Incorrect: These medications can be taken with dairy products.


melly21297

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 565
Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


morganmarie791

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The first monoclonal antibodies were made exclusively from mouse cells. Some are now fully human, which means they are likely to be safer and may be more effective than older monoclonal antibodies.

Did you know?

Children of people with alcoholism are more inclined to drink alcohol or use hard drugs. In fact, they are 400 times more likely to use hard drugs than those who do not have a family history of alcohol addiction.

Did you know?

Though newer “smart” infusion pumps are increasingly becoming more sophisticated, they cannot prevent all programming and administration errors. Health care professionals that use smart infusion pumps must still practice the rights of medication administration and have other professionals double-check all high-risk infusions.

Did you know?

Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.

Did you know?

Signs and symptoms that may signify an eye tumor include general blurred vision, bulging eye(s), double vision, a sensation of a foreign body in the eye(s), iris defects, limited ability to move the eyelid(s), limited ability to move the eye(s), pain or discomfort in or around the eyes or eyelids, red or pink eyes, white or cloud spots on the eye(s), colored spots on the eyelid(s), swelling around the eyes, swollen eyelid(s), and general vision loss.

In the communication technique of collaborating, the nurse sends the message that the nurse and pati In the communication technique of collaborating, the nurse sends the message that the nurse and pati
Bronchoscopy. Figure illustrates physician using a bronchoscope to inspect the patient’s bronchial t Bronchoscopy. Figure illustrates physician using a bronchoscope to inspect the patient’s bronchial t
Nurse Sandy Nurse Sandy
Magnet hospital nurse requirements Magnet hospital nurse requirements
Teaching an illterate patient Teaching an illterate patient
There is an inherent power differential between massage therapists and their clients. There is an inherent power differential between massage therapists and their clients.
Video: Burn Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library