ATI Capstone Test Bank, Latest Updated Exam Questions & Answers, Complete-what is montelukast (singular) for?
- a leukotriene modifier, and is taken on a regular basis, once a day, and not prn, and is not used for exer
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ATI Capstone Test Bank, Latest Updated Exam Questions & Answers, Complete-what is montelukast (singular) for?
- a leukotriene modifier, and is taken on a regular basis, once a day, and not prn, and is not used for exercise induced asthma
what does advance directives contain?
- written instructions regarding end of life care
what is the greatest risk to a pt receiving hemodialysis?
- disequilibrium syndrome as a result of rapid loss of fluids and decrease bun
what is the clinical manifestation of disequilibrium?
- restlessness and decreased level of consciousness
what are expected findings in hemodialysis?
- elevated temp
weight loss
decreased bp
what should the nurse do when a pt feels lightheaded and begins to fall?
- spread feet apart and extend one leg for the pt to slide down while lowering the pt to the floor
what are the characteristics of a pt with dependent personality disorder?
- they have problems making everyday decision without input from others
a pregnant pt who is bleeding is always?
- priority
what should a pregnant pt with urgency and frequent urination do?
- should perform kegel exercises
what should a pregnant pt with odorless vaginal mucus do?
- practice good hygiene, use perineal pads
a pregnant pt with edema of the ankles do?
- avoid prolonged standing, to wear support hose, and rest through out the day with legs/hip elevated
when should a colostomy bag be changed?
- when is 1/3 -1/2 full
how large should the opening of the stoma pouch be?
- no larger than 1/4 inch
what should the pt with a colostomy avoid?
- the use of moisturizers, which will decrease the adherence of the pouch to the skin
what should the pt do with the pouch removing it?
- they should empty the pouch to avoid spilling the effluent on to the skin
where should drops be instill into?
- into the conjuctival sac
what is a positive way of dealing with a terminal illness?
- "remembering things they used to do together"
what are normal findings after a colonoscopy?
- abd cramping
fatigue
passage of liquid stools
what are unexpected finding after a colonoscopy?
- guarding- can indicate bowel perforation
what do you do if an order is questioned?
- the nurse should record seeking clarification from the provider
what should pt with gastritis eat?
- a well balanced diet, they should keep a record of foods that cause discomfort, pts can modify their diet accordingly
what is the cause autonomic dysreflexia?
- bladder distention
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