Author Question: When reviewing a client's chart prior to beginning care, the nurse notes a do not resuscitate order ... (Read 42 times)

melly21297 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When reviewing a client's chart prior to beginning care, the nurse notes a do not resuscitate order on file. This order:

1. Prevents the client from receiving antibiotics.
2. Prevents the client from receiving IV fluids.
3. Prevents interventions the client does not wish to have performed when death approaches.
4. Prevents surgery from being performed.

Question 2

A client who has been a resident of the long term care facility for 6 months is complaining of shortness of breath. The nurse will perform a focused assessment that includes:

1. Auscultation of the hypogastric region
2. Clients lifestyle
3. Use of a pulse oximeter
4. Shape of pupils

zenzy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale: A DNR generally prevents resuscitation in the event of respiratory or cardiac arrest, but does not prohibit the administration of antibiotics.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: The