Nursing Concepts and Interventions
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Course Introduction
This course provides an in-depth exploration of fundamental nursing concepts and evidence-based interventions essential for delivering holistic patient care. Students will learn about the nursing process, patient assessment, and care planning, as well as critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. Emphasis is placed on understanding patient needs across the lifespan, prioritizing safety, health promotion, and effective communication. Through theoretical instruction and practical application, students will develop the competencies necessary to implement appropriate nursing interventions in a variety of healthcare settings.
Recommended Textbook
Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses 15th Edition by Vallerand
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Chapter 1: Medication Errors: Improving Practices and Patient Safety
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient with prostate cancer about the planned treatment of Casodex (bicalutamide)and Goserelin (an LHRH analog).Which of the following statements should be included in the patient teaching? Select all that apply.
A)"Diarrhea is common,so it is important to increase fluid intake."
B)"You may experience hot flashes while taking these medications."
C)"The doctor will follow CA-125 levels periodically to monitor the tumor's response to the medications."
D)"You may experience hair loss while taking Casodex."
E)"These medications block the effects of testosterone in your body and keep the prostate cancer from growing."
F)"You must take this medication first thing in the morning while sitting upright and wait for at least an hour before eating anything."
Answer: A,B,D,E
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who reports taking 20 mg Adalat (nifedipine)three times daily.The hospital has 10 mg capsules.The patient should take ____________________ capsules in a 24-hr period.
Answer: 6
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Chapter 2: Detecting and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
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Q1) An infant being treated for colic was prescribed Mylicon (simethicone)drops and has returned to the clinic for follow-up evaluation.Which of the following nursing action has the highest priority?
A)Assessment of the infant's startle reflex.
B)Gentle palpation of the anterior fontanel.
C)Inspection and auscultation of the abdomen.
D)Measurement of the infant's head circumference.
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse is counseling a patient who has been given a prescription for Imitrex (sumatriptan)for migraine headaches.Which of the following statements indicates teaching has been effective?
A)"This medication will prevent migraine headaches."
B)"I can take this medication at any time during a migraine headache attack."
C)"I can repeat the medication in 15 minutes if I have not gotten relief from the first injection."
D)"I can use up to 4 doses in a 24-hour period."
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Drug Monographs in Alphabetical Order by
Generic Name
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Q1) A nurse caring for a client who is to initiate therapy with Merrem (meropenem)500 mg intravenously every 12 hr would include which of the following statements in the client teaching? Select all that apply.
A)"This medication is used to treat various infections."
B)"The dose is reduced since you have a history of renal impairment."
C)"Be sure to let us know if you develop any diarrhea."
D)"Since you have an allergy to penicillin,there is no risk of allergy to this medication."
E)"The medication can cause dizziness for some people so be sure to call for help when you need to get up out of bed."
Answer: A,B,C,E
Q2) The nurse is providing care for an 82-year-old client with glaucoma.Diamox (acetazolamide)250 mg orally twice daily has been ordered as a new medication.The nurse would be most concerned by which of the following?
A)The client has a listed allergy to sulfonamides.
B)The client has a history of rheumatoid arthritis.
C)The client takes Cogentin (benztropine)daily.
D)The client's potassium is 3.6 mEq/dL.
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Drugs Approved in Canada
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Q1) The nurse is providing care for an elderly woman with a urinary tract infection.The nurse understands the patient is receiving Pyridium (phenazopyridine)for which of the following reasons?
A)To reduce the frequency and severity of bladder spasms.
B)To provide local anesthetic effects to the bladder mucosa.
C)To kill
D)To promote diuresis and subsequently prevent stone formation.
E)coli bacteria commonly associated with urinary tract infection.
Q2) A nurse is receiving a shift-to-shift report for a client with multiple medical problems.The client is receiving nabumetone.The nurse recognizes this medication is ordered to address which of the following health-care problems for the client?
A)Benign prostatic hypertrophy
B)Rheumatoid arthritis
C)Venous-thrombosis embolic prophylaxis
D)Urinary tract infection
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