The student nurse hears in a hand-off report that an adult ...

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The student nurse hears in a hand-off report that an adult client's respirations were eupnea on the night shift. Based on this information what respiratory rate best reflects tachypnea?
 
  A) 810 breaths per minute
  B) 1218 breaths per minute
  C) 2024 breaths per minute
  D) 2535 breaths per minute

Question 2

A client diagnosed with diabetes has been prescribed insulin. During the discharge teaching, which of the following should the nurse tell the client regarding storage of insulin in order to maintain its effectiveness?
 
  A) Keep it in a cabinet near the window
  B) Store it in an opaque container
  C) Refrigerate the medication
  D) Store it in a kitchen cabinet

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Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
When respirations are abnormally rapidmore than 20 to 24 breaths per minute it is termed tachypnea. When respirations are abnormally slow and fall below 10 breaths per minute, bradypnea occurs. Normal breathing is termed eupnea, which is between 12 and 18 breaths per minute in an adult. The average rate in a child is 25 to 35 breaths per minute.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Insulin should be refrigerated to maintain its effectiveness. Insulin need not be stored in a cabinet near the window, in an opaque container, or in kitchen cabinets. Most medications are damaged by exposure to light, heat, and moisture; hence, it is preferable to store such medications in dark bottles or opaque containers in a cool place.