Which intervention should the nurse implement to enhance the efficacy of the client's asthma medication therapy?- Skildor

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Which intervention should the nurse implement to enhance the efficacy of the client's asthma medication therapy?

A. Administer the albuterol inhaler before other inhaled medications. B. Provide oxygen via nasal cannula at 2 liters/minute. C. Encourage the client to drink three liters of fluids daily. D. Keep the client upright during nebulizer therapy.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Administering a bronchodilator such as albuterol as the first step is crucial to open the airways, allowing better penetration of subsequent inhaled medications and enhancing their overall efficacy in managing asthma symptoms.

Question 2 of 5

In planning the turning schedule for a bedfast client, it is most important for the nurse to consider what assessment finding?

A. 4+ pitting edema of both lower extremities. B. A Braden risk assessment scale rating score of ten. C. Warm, dry skin with a fever of 100�� F. D. Hypoactive bowel sounds with infrequent bowel movements.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A low Braden score indicates a high risk for pressure ulcers, making regular turning crucial to prevent skin breakdown.

Question 3 of 5

The healthcare provider prescribes naproxen (Naprosyn) 500 mg PO twice a day for a client with osteoarthritis. During a follow-up visit one month later, the client tells the nurse, 'The pills don't seem to be working. They are not helping the pain at all.' Which factor should influence the nurse's response?

A. Noncompliance is probably affecting optimal medication effectiveness. B. Drug dosage is inadequate and needs to be increased to three times a day. C. The drug needs 4 to 6 weeks to reach therapeutic levels in the bloodstream. D. NSAID response is variable, and trying another NSAID may be more effective.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Different NSAIDs work differently in individuals. If a patient is not experiencing relief with one NSAID, switching to a different one may provide better pain management. This variability in response is common among NSAIDs due to individual differences in drug metabolism and efficacy.

Question 4 of 5

Because the census is currently low in the Obstetrics (OB) unit, one of the nurses is sent to work on a medical-surgical unit for the day, or until the OB unit becomes busy. Which client assessment is best for the charge nurse to assign to the OB nurse?

A. An adult who had a colon resection yesterday and has an IV. B. An older adult who has a fever of unknown origin. C. A woman who had an acute brain attack (stroke, CVA) 6 hours ago. D. A teenager with a femoral fracture who is in traction.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The OB nurse is most experienced in postoperative care, making the client who had a recent colon resection the most suitable assignment. This client would require care that aligns closely with the expertise and skills of the OB nurse, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and effective utilization of nursing resources.

Question 5 of 5

The mother of a 9-month-old who was diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) yesterday calls the clinic to inquire if it will be all right to take her infant to the first birthday party of a friend's child the following day. What response should the nurse provide this mother?

A. The child can be around other children but should wear a mask at all times. B. The child will no longer be contagious, no need to take any further precautions. C. Make sure there are no children under the age of 6 months around the infected child. D. Do not expose other children. RSV is very contagious even without direct oral contact.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct response is to advise the mother not to expose other children to the infected child. RSV is highly contagious, and transmission can occur even without direct oral contact. It is crucial to prevent the spread of the virus to protect other children from getting infected.

ATI Medical Surgical Proctored Exam 2019 Quizlet

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