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joesmith1212

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The wife of a client recovering from joint replacement surgery voices concern about the amount of pain reliever being taken by her husband.
 
  She asks the nurse about reducing the amount of narcotics being given to by substituting them with inactive ingredients. What response by the nurse is indicated?
  A) We can investigate this option.
  B) Administering a 'placebo' or fake medication is not ethical.
  C) I cannot do that.
  D) Let's speak with the physician about this request.

Question 2

The nurse is planning oral hygiene for an older patient with a terminal illness who has an intact swallowing reflex. Which interventions would be appropriate for this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Offer ice chips frequently.
  2. Provide care with soft swabs.
  3. Apply petroleum jelly to the lips.
  4. Brush the teeth three times a day.
  5. Avoid using alcohol-based solutions.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,5
Rationale: Ice chips to relieve the feeling of dryness may be offered as long as the swallowing reflex is present.





 

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