Author Question: The client who has sustained an eye injury has been prescribed prednisolone (Inflamase). The ... (Read 22 times)

jerry coleman · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The client who has sustained an eye injury has been prescribed prednisolone (Inflamase).

The nurse would most carefully monitor for side effects of this medication if the client has which of the following health problems listed on the medical record? 1. Cirrhosis
2. Hypertension
3. Diabetes mellitus
4. Chronic constipation

Question 2

A filled blood specimen tube was dropped and broken in the client's room. Which of the following actions by the nursing assistant is incorrect?

1. Uses tongs to collect any broken glass
2. Wears gloves for the cleaning procedure
3. Blots up the spill with a face cloth or cloth towel
4. Disinfects the area of the blood spill with a dilute bleach solution

annierak · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3

Rationale: The client with diabetes mellitus is especially at risk for side effects when taking this medication, which is a glucocorticoid. The client may experience elevations in the blood glucose level, which should be monitored routinely. The diagnoses identified in cirrhosis, hypertension, and chronic constipation are not a concern.

Answer to Question 2

3

Rationale: The nursing assistant should blot the spill with an absorbent disposable material, such as paper towels or terry wipes, but not with a face cloth or cloth towel. Gloves are worn for the procedure, and tongs are used to pick up any broken glass. The area is disinfected with a dilute bleach solution or an agency-approved product.