While working on the orthopedic unit, the nurse finds an assigned ...

[mrsjacobs44]

While working on the orthopedic unit, the nurse finds an assigned client pulseless and not breathing. When the code team responds, which action by the nurse is appropriate?
 
  1. Leaving the room and calling the family members to notify them of the sudden change in the client's condition
  2. Getting the crash cart and emergency supplies that will be needed by the code team
  3. Participating in the code in whatever role is necessary
  4. Standing at the bedside and answering questions as they arise

Question 2

The nurse enters the client's room and finds the client pulseless and not breathing. What tasks could the nurse safely assign to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) in this situation?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. Perform chest compressions.
  2. Get the crash cart.
  3. Call a code blue.
  4. Administer emergency medications.
  5. Bag the client using a bag-valve mask until the doctor arrives to intubate the client.

[mcni194]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Although the nurse assigned to the client needs to remain in the room and be available to provide a summary of the client's condition, the nurse can take a role as the medication nurse or perform CPR in addition to answering questions. The assigned nurse should not leave the room, and should have someone else, such as the chaplain or social worker, call the family and obtain the crash cart.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,5

UAPs can be very helpful during a code, and can perform chest compressions if they are CPR-certified (generally a requirement of employment). The UAP could obtain the crash cart, call a code, or bag the client if she were CPR-certified. Medication administration can be performed only by the nurse.

[mrsjacobs44]

Thank you

[mcni194]

No problemo