The nurse is providing patient education to a parent whose child ...

[Caiter2013]

The nurse is providing patient education to a parent whose child has been prescribed liquid pyrantel (Pin-Rid) for hookworms. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the administration of this drug?
 
  a. I will warm the medication before administration.
  b. I will mix the medicine in 8 ounces of juice.
  c. I will give two doses of the medication the first day.
  d. I will have my child drink the entire dose of the liquid at one time.

Question 2

The head nurse is orienting a new nurse to the operating room (OR). Which action by the new nurse during the surgical hand antisepsis would cause the head nurse to be concerned?
 
  a. The nurse removes her wedding band.
  b. The nurse cleanses debris from underneath artificial fingernails.
  c. The nurse cleanses the hands for 3 minutes.
  d. The nurse uses an alcohol-based surgical hand scrub persistently.

[wergv]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The parent should make sure the child drinks the entire dose of pyrantel at one time to facilitate absorption and movement through the bowel to eradicate the worms.
The medication need not be warmed.
The pyrantel should not be mixed with juice, because the child is less likely to drink it.
Giving the child a double dose on the first day is incorrect; nothing indicates that this medication requires a loading dose.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Artificial fingernails are prohibited in the hospital setting for health care personnel who work directly with patients; they especially would be forbidden in the OR, where the risk of infection should be as small as possible.
The nurse should remove any jewelry and should cleanse the hands for 2 to 6 minutes.
An alcohol-based surgical hand scrub may be used if it is used according to the manufacturer's directions.

[Caiter2013]

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[ryhom]

Great answer, keep it coming