,The primary healthcare provider has prescribed phenytoin 100 mg intravenous push
(IVP) stat for an adult client. What is the least amount of time that the nurse can safely
administer this medication?
1. 1 minute
2. 2 minutes
3. 5 minutes
4. 10 minutes - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: The rate of IV administration should
not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and 1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is
slower) in pediatric clients because of the risk of severe hypotension and cardiac
arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered over a period of at least 2 minutes.
1. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Giving this dose over only one minute could lead to
these or other potential harmful effects.
3. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Five minutes would be longer than required to be
able to safely administer the medication.
4. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Ten minutes is much longer than required to be able
to safely administer the medication.
A client, hospitalized with possible acute pancreatitis secondary to chronic cholecystitis,
has severe abdominal pain and nausea. The client is kept NPO, an NG tube is inserted,
and IV fluids are being administered. What is the rationale for the client being NPO with
an NG tube to low suction?
1. Relieve nausea
2. Reduce pancreatic secretions
3. Control fluid and electrolyte imbalance
4. Remove the precipitating irritants - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: In clients with
pancreatitis, the pancreatic enzymes cannot exit the pancreas. These enzymes, when
activated, begin to digest the pancreas itself. The enzymes become activated in the
pancreas when fluid or food accumulates in the stomach. The goal in treating this client
is to stop the activation of the pancreatic enzymes. Treatment is focused on keeping the
stomach empty and dry. This allows the pancreas time to rest and heal. Note:
Autodigestion (pancreas digesting itself) is painful for the client and can lead to other
problems such as bleeding.
,1. Incorrect: The primary purpose of the NG tube to suction is to keep the stomach
empty and dry to decrease pancreatic enzyme production, not to relieve nausea.
3. Incorrect: Because gastric contents are removed, the NG tube to suction may lead to
fluid and electrolyte disturbances rather than helping to control them.
4. Incorrect: Although the food in the stomach causes the pancreatic enzymes to
become activated in the pancreas due to the obstruction, the food is not considered an
irritant. Precipitating irritants are not a part of the pathophysiology occurring with
pancreatitis.
The nurse is working with a committee at the local school to develop an emergency
preparedness plan for tornados. What should be included in the plan?
1. Identification of safe zones.
2. Methods for accounting for all people present in the building.
3. Warning system activation.
4. Identification of the gymnasium as the routine safe place.
5. Regular practice protocols. - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2., 3. & 5. Correct: Everyone
should be aware of safe zones within the school. Personnel should be given this
information and signs posted in safe zones. There must be systems in place to
accurately determine the number of people in the building at any given time. There also
must be a system in place to alert personnel and students of tornado warnings. Regular
practice prepares everyone for an actual event.
4. Incorrect: Gymnasiums are not considered safe places due to wide expanse of roof.
Safe zones should be on interior walls, no windows, and a strong concrete floor if
possible.
What should a nurse teach family members prior to them entering the room of a client
who has agranulocytosis?
1. Meticulous hand washing is needed.
2. Do not visit if you have any infection.
3. The client must wear a mask.
4. Children under 12 may not visit.
5. Flowers are not allowed in the room. - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2., 4., & 5. Correct:
Protective isolation is needed for this client because of the presence of a low white
blood cell count. We are protecting the client from acquiring an infection. So any visitors
will need to have meticulous hand washing prior to entering. The visitor should not enter
if he or she has any type of infection. To decrease the risk of infection, small children
should not visit. Even the mildest symptom of infection could be detrimental to the client.
Flowers have bacteria and should not be brought into the room.
3. Incorrect: A mask must be worn by the visitor, not the client. The mask is worn by
visitors to prevent a possible spread of an airborne infection to the
immunocompromised client.
, A client diagnosed with major depression has been taking a selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitor for the past 6 weeks. When visiting the mental health center, the
nurse discusses the medication and response with the client. The nurse's assessment
reveals that the client is confused about the date and about the prescribed dosage of
the medication. Which question would be most important for the nurse to ask to further
assess the situation?
1. Are you having trouble sleeping at night?
2. Do you have periods of muscle jerking?
3. Are you having any sexual dysfunction?
4. Is your mood improving? - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: Myoclonus, high body
temperature, shaking, chills, and mental confusion are some of the symptoms of
serotonin syndrome. This client may be having symptoms of this adverse reaction
which, if severe, can be fatal.
1. Incorrect: Sleep disturbances are common with depression. Selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may cause insomnia; however, there is a more pertinent
question needed for assessment of this client. You should be concerned with the more
serious or life-threatening issue.
3. Incorrect: Sexual dysfunction may occur with the SSRIs; however, the client is
exhibiting significant symptoms of an adverse reaction which would take priority.
4. Incorrect: The response to the SSRI medications is important; however, there is a
more significant issue in this case. The possible serotonin syndrome is a serious
situation that would be the priority for the nurse to address.
A client diagnosed with serotonin syndrome is admitted to the unit. The nurse is familiar
with this adverse reaction to the serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Which symptoms can the
nurse expect on assessment?
1. Fever and shivering
2. Agitation
3. Decreased body temperature
4. Constipation
5. Increased heart rate - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2. & 5. Correct: Serotonin syndrome
is a group of symptoms that can result from the use of certain serotonin reuptake
inhibitors. These symptoms can range from mild to severe and include high body
temperature, agitation, increased reflexes, diaphoresis, tremors, dilated pupils and
diarrhea. The client is likely to experience shivering with fever. Increased heart rate and
blood pressure are also commonly experienced. More severe symptoms, including
muscle rigidity and seizures, can occur. If not treated, serotonin syndrome can be fatal.
3. Incorrect: Increased body temperature is expected as is increased diaphoresis.
4. Incorrect: Diarrhea, not constipation, is a symptom of serotonin syndrome.
(IVP) stat for an adult client. What is the least amount of time that the nurse can safely
administer this medication?
1. 1 minute
2. 2 minutes
3. 5 minutes
4. 10 minutes - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: The rate of IV administration should
not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and 1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is
slower) in pediatric clients because of the risk of severe hypotension and cardiac
arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered over a period of at least 2 minutes.
1. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Giving this dose over only one minute could lead to
these or other potential harmful effects.
3. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Five minutes would be longer than required to be
able to safely administer the medication.
4. Incorrect: The rate of IV administration should not exceed 50 mg/min. for adults and
1-3 mg/kg/min (or 50 mg/min, whichever is slower) in pediatric clients because of the
risk of severe hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias. So 100 mg can safely be delivered
over a period of at least 2 minutes. Ten minutes is much longer than required to be able
to safely administer the medication.
A client, hospitalized with possible acute pancreatitis secondary to chronic cholecystitis,
has severe abdominal pain and nausea. The client is kept NPO, an NG tube is inserted,
and IV fluids are being administered. What is the rationale for the client being NPO with
an NG tube to low suction?
1. Relieve nausea
2. Reduce pancreatic secretions
3. Control fluid and electrolyte imbalance
4. Remove the precipitating irritants - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: In clients with
pancreatitis, the pancreatic enzymes cannot exit the pancreas. These enzymes, when
activated, begin to digest the pancreas itself. The enzymes become activated in the
pancreas when fluid or food accumulates in the stomach. The goal in treating this client
is to stop the activation of the pancreatic enzymes. Treatment is focused on keeping the
stomach empty and dry. This allows the pancreas time to rest and heal. Note:
Autodigestion (pancreas digesting itself) is painful for the client and can lead to other
problems such as bleeding.
,1. Incorrect: The primary purpose of the NG tube to suction is to keep the stomach
empty and dry to decrease pancreatic enzyme production, not to relieve nausea.
3. Incorrect: Because gastric contents are removed, the NG tube to suction may lead to
fluid and electrolyte disturbances rather than helping to control them.
4. Incorrect: Although the food in the stomach causes the pancreatic enzymes to
become activated in the pancreas due to the obstruction, the food is not considered an
irritant. Precipitating irritants are not a part of the pathophysiology occurring with
pancreatitis.
The nurse is working with a committee at the local school to develop an emergency
preparedness plan for tornados. What should be included in the plan?
1. Identification of safe zones.
2. Methods for accounting for all people present in the building.
3. Warning system activation.
4. Identification of the gymnasium as the routine safe place.
5. Regular practice protocols. - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2., 3. & 5. Correct: Everyone
should be aware of safe zones within the school. Personnel should be given this
information and signs posted in safe zones. There must be systems in place to
accurately determine the number of people in the building at any given time. There also
must be a system in place to alert personnel and students of tornado warnings. Regular
practice prepares everyone for an actual event.
4. Incorrect: Gymnasiums are not considered safe places due to wide expanse of roof.
Safe zones should be on interior walls, no windows, and a strong concrete floor if
possible.
What should a nurse teach family members prior to them entering the room of a client
who has agranulocytosis?
1. Meticulous hand washing is needed.
2. Do not visit if you have any infection.
3. The client must wear a mask.
4. Children under 12 may not visit.
5. Flowers are not allowed in the room. - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2., 4., & 5. Correct:
Protective isolation is needed for this client because of the presence of a low white
blood cell count. We are protecting the client from acquiring an infection. So any visitors
will need to have meticulous hand washing prior to entering. The visitor should not enter
if he or she has any type of infection. To decrease the risk of infection, small children
should not visit. Even the mildest symptom of infection could be detrimental to the client.
Flowers have bacteria and should not be brought into the room.
3. Incorrect: A mask must be worn by the visitor, not the client. The mask is worn by
visitors to prevent a possible spread of an airborne infection to the
immunocompromised client.
, A client diagnosed with major depression has been taking a selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitor for the past 6 weeks. When visiting the mental health center, the
nurse discusses the medication and response with the client. The nurse's assessment
reveals that the client is confused about the date and about the prescribed dosage of
the medication. Which question would be most important for the nurse to ask to further
assess the situation?
1. Are you having trouble sleeping at night?
2. Do you have periods of muscle jerking?
3. Are you having any sexual dysfunction?
4. Is your mood improving? - CORRECT ANSWERS-2. Correct: Myoclonus, high body
temperature, shaking, chills, and mental confusion are some of the symptoms of
serotonin syndrome. This client may be having symptoms of this adverse reaction
which, if severe, can be fatal.
1. Incorrect: Sleep disturbances are common with depression. Selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may cause insomnia; however, there is a more pertinent
question needed for assessment of this client. You should be concerned with the more
serious or life-threatening issue.
3. Incorrect: Sexual dysfunction may occur with the SSRIs; however, the client is
exhibiting significant symptoms of an adverse reaction which would take priority.
4. Incorrect: The response to the SSRI medications is important; however, there is a
more significant issue in this case. The possible serotonin syndrome is a serious
situation that would be the priority for the nurse to address.
A client diagnosed with serotonin syndrome is admitted to the unit. The nurse is familiar
with this adverse reaction to the serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Which symptoms can the
nurse expect on assessment?
1. Fever and shivering
2. Agitation
3. Decreased body temperature
4. Constipation
5. Increased heart rate - CORRECT ANSWERS-1., 2. & 5. Correct: Serotonin syndrome
is a group of symptoms that can result from the use of certain serotonin reuptake
inhibitors. These symptoms can range from mild to severe and include high body
temperature, agitation, increased reflexes, diaphoresis, tremors, dilated pupils and
diarrhea. The client is likely to experience shivering with fever. Increased heart rate and
blood pressure are also commonly experienced. More severe symptoms, including
muscle rigidity and seizures, can occur. If not treated, serotonin syndrome can be fatal.
3. Incorrect: Increased body temperature is expected as is increased diaphoresis.
4. Incorrect: Diarrhea, not constipation, is a symptom of serotonin syndrome.
