NURS PHARM ATI EXIT EXAM: THINGS TO REMEMBER

NURS PHARM ATI EXIT EXAM: THINGS TO REMEMBER What are some expected findings of theophylline toxicity? Anorexia, Tachycardia, Albuminuria, and Hypotension How is breast engorgement treated? Cold therapy (ice packs on breasts for 15 minutes, 3-4 times per day). What do you do if your patient experiences bowel protrusion? 1. Stay with client and call for help. 2. Place saline-soaked gauze on wound. 3. Position client supine with knees bent. 4. Take vital signs. What are the side effects of estradiol? Headache, Hypertension. What should you NOT do when ambulating with a quad cane? Place can on affected side (canes should ALWAYS be placed on the UNaffected side!) What statement should the client make if they understand teaching related to warfarin therapy? "I should report a change in the color of my stools." (Blood in the stool indicates bleeding) What are some expected findings in a client with increased ICP? Altered mental status, memory loss (nuchal rigidity is a sign of bacterial meningitis, NOT increased ICP!) What should you teach a client regarding preeclampsia? 1. Report swelling of hands and face. 2. Rest in side-lying position.