An appropriate technique for a nurse to implement when ...

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An appropriate technique for a nurse to implement when administering a topical medication with a systemic effect is:
 
  A. Using clean gloves for application to open skin areas
  B. Applying thick layers of creams and ointments
  C. Massaging nitroglycerin products into the skin
  D. Rotating sites, avoiding reuse of a site for at least 1 week

Question 2

A nurse is alert to a possible delayed reaction to the dye injected during an angiography. The nurse monitors the client for:
 
  A. Pallor
  B. Dyspnea
  C. Bradycardia
  D. Numbness and tingling

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Answer to Question 1

D
D. Rotation of sites prevents any irritation from the medication or adhesive.
A. A break in skin integrity is a contraindication for application of topical agents with systemic effects.
B. Topical agents with systemic effects are applied in measured amounts.
C. Massaging nitroglycerin products is contraindicated because it may increase absorption rates.

Answer to Question 2

B
B. Assess client for possible delayed reaction to iodine dyedyspnea, hives, tachycardia, and rash.
A and C. If client experiences marked changes in vital signs evidenced by tachycardia, bradycardia, hypertension or hypotension, lower table or head of bed to the Trendelenburg position.
D. Client's report of any feelings of pain, dyspnea, numbness or tingling, or other untoward symptoms may indicate cardiac complications or procedure site complications.