Author Question: A patient is resisting the use of incentive spirometry postoperatively. What should the nurse ... (Read 94 times)

bb · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A patient is resisting the use of incentive spirometry postoperatively. What should the nurse explain about this device?

1. It will help prevent the development of pneumonia.
2. It gives you something to do while recovering.
3. It will prevent you from getting a cold.
4. The doctor ordered it.

Question 2

A patient with an infection is prescribed a macrolide antibiotic. What should the nurse instruct the patient about taking this medication?

1. Take the medication on a full stomach.
2. Take the medication with a glass of milk.
3. Take the medication on an empty stomach.
4. Take the medication with a full glass of juice.

Christopher · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1

Hospital-acquired pneumonia is a common hospital-acquired infection with the highest morbidity and mortality rate. Explaining the correct rationale for the use of the device will increases the chances of compliance in a patient. Incentive spirometry is not intended as a diversionary tool and does not reduce the risk of getting a cold. Although the physician may have ordered the treatment, this response does not address the patient's need for information.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

The most commonly prescribed macrolide is erythromycin (E-mycin), which should be taken on an empty stomach and without acidic juice. A full glass of water is suggested instead of milk or another beverage.