Author Question: How can the nurse find the most up-to-date information about emergency preparedness related to ... (Read 25 times)

serike · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

How can the nurse find the most up-to-date information about emergency preparedness related to bioterrorism agents?

A) Read textbooks devoted to the topic.
B) Ask coworkers to explain current events.
C) Read journal articles about bioterrorism agents.
D) Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Web site.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient receiving intrathecal baclofen via pump while participating in rigorous rehabilitation therapy. What is the nurse's priority to monitor related to adverse effects of this drug?

A) Blood pressure
B) Pulse pressure
C) Spasticity
D) Respiratory status

heyhey123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
The most current information will be found on the CDC Web site because new information can be posted immediately whereas textbooks and journal articles take time to print. Coworkers may or may not remain current on emergency preparedness and should not be the primary source of information.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
The priority to monitor is respiratory status. One of the primary adverse effects of this drug is central nervous system (CNS) depression. If the patient receives too much medication, or reaches toxic levels, respiratory rate will decline as the result of excessive CNS depression and the drug dosage will either be adjusted downward or the drug may be held until the patient's respirations improve. Monitoring other vital signs including blood pressure and pulse is indicated but is not the priority.