When a patient with a respiratory infection complains that he is not yet on an antibiotic, the nurse explains that the physician is waiting on the results of the culture and sensitivity because this test determines:
a. what media the bacteria requires to grow.
b. how fast the bacteria grow.
c. which antibiotics stop bacterial growth.
d. when the bacteria colonize.
Question 2
If a patient recovering from a hemorrhoidectomy experiences dizziness within 5 minutes when taking a sitz bath, the nurse should:
a. cover the patient to prevent chilling.
b. stay with the patient until the full time for the bath has elapsed.
c. remove the patient from the sitz bath and return to bed.
d. assess vital signs every 5 minutes during the remainder of the sitz bath.
Structures of the respiratory tract.
Drugs used to treat respiratory disorders.
Example of problem focused patient
Providing patient education
Building competency in patient centered care
Respiratory volumes