Author Question: The nurse suspects another nurse of substance abuse and dependence and recognizes that: a. other ... (Read 81 times)

tsand2 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The nurse suspects another nurse of substance abuse and dependence and recognizes that:

a. other staff members may be acting as enablers.
b. he cannot report his friend because his friend could get fired.
c. dealing with this is the responsibility of the nurse manager and supervisor.
d. the nurse should document his suspicions.

Question 2

A client is prescribed lorazepam 1 mg by mouth every 12 hours to prevent the onset of delirium tremors. The pharmacy supplies lorazepam oral solution containing 200 mcg/mL. The client should receive ___________________ _ mL of lorazepam/dose.

What will be an ideal response?

briseldagonzales · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, D

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Correct a. and d. These are important points about substance abuse in nurses.
Incorrect b. and c. Although common rationales in fellow nurses, these are actually enabling behaviors.

Answer to Question 2

ANS:
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