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mia · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

In addition to obtaining the client's vital signs, which of the following questions should the nurse use to assess the client's status when the client is receiving temazepam for a sleep disturbance? Select all that apply.

A) Is the client uncomfortable?
B) Is it too early for the client to receive the drug?
C) Has a consent form been signed for the procedure?
D) Does the client receive insulin to treat hyperglycemia?
E) Are there disturbances in the environment that may keep the client awake?

Question 2

In addition to obtaining the client's vital signs, which of the following questions would be most appropriate to consider before administering a prescribed medication to a client for sedation? Select all that apply.

A) Is the drug being used in preparation for a surgical procedure?
B) Is the timing of the drug administration correct?
C) Has a consent form for the procedure been signed?
D) Is the client experiencing discomfort related to pain?
E) Are there disturbances in the environment that may keep the client awake?

Yixagurpuldink · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, E
Feedback:
In addition to obtaining the client's vital signs, the nurse should ask the following questions to assess the client's status when the client is receiving temazepam for a sleep disturbance: Is the client uncomfortable? Is it too early for the client to receive the drug? Are there disturbances in the environment that may keep the client awake? There is no need for a consent form to be signed. Asking about insulin use has no impact on the use of the drug.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C
Feedback:
In addition to obtaining the client's vital signs, the nurse should ask the following questions in preparation for a client to receive a prescribed sedative: Is the drug being used in preparation for a surgical procedure? Is the drug's administration correctly timed? Has a consent form for the procedure been signed before the medication is given?