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The nurse is always intimidated when asking a physician to clarify orders. Which statements should the nurse use to help counteract this feeling? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. I'm sorry, Doctor, but I need for you to repeat the dosage on that medication order.
  2. Doctor, what was the dosage on that medication you just ordered, and do you want the client to get up in the chair today?
  3. How often did you want the furosemide given?
  4. Uh, can you tell me if you need for this client to be NPO today?
  5. Doctor, what rate did you want for the IV?

Question 2

Multiple casualties have arrived at the emergency department following a tornado. Which instruction from the manager to staff is incorrect?
 
  1. There is no time to worry about using personal protective equipment, just try to be safe.
  2. Be aware that some of these victims may have been exposed to hazardous substances.
  3. Don't let client safety considerations be lost in all of the activity.
  4. Feel free to use isolation techniques if required.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Saying I'm sorry discounts the message.
Rationale 2: The nurse should focus on one point at a time.
Rationale 3: This is a direct statement.
Rationale 4: This statement is weak. Avoid uh and um.
Rationale 5: This is a direct statement, and it starts with a name that gets the physician's attention.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: This is an essential time to use personal protective equipment.
Rationale 2: In a tornado, many structures are damaged or destroyed, including those housing hazardous chemicals. The victims may have been exposed to those substances.
Rationale 3: Client safety must continue to be an important consideration.
Rationale 4: Some clients may require isolation and these techniques should be used if necessary.
Global Rationale:



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