A patient with a history of falling continually attempts to get ...

[BrownTown3]

A patient with a history of falling continually attempts to get out of bed unassisted despite frequent reminders to call for help first. Which action should the nurse take first?
 
  1) Apply a cloth vest restraint.
  2) Encourage a family member to stay with the patient.
  3) Administer lorazepam (an antianxiety medication).
  4) Keep the patient's bed side rails up.

Question 2

The nurse notes that the electrical cord on an IV infusion pump is cracked. Which action by the nurse is best?
 
  1) Continue to monitor the pump to see if the crack worsens.
  2) Place the pump back on the utility room shelf.
  3) A small crack poses no danger so continue using the pump.
  4) Clearly label the pump and send it for repair.

[yahahah24021]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 2

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4

[BrownTown3]

Gracias!

[tandmlomax84]

TYSM