Based on the laws Louisiana, if a patient does not have a medical power of attorney, who are the next three people responsible to make medical decisions for the patient? – Cited references

CT abdomen and Pelvis with contrast - Appendicitis protocol

Patient explanation and type(s) and amount of contrast, IV requirements, mechanical power injector considerations (bolus timing and/or phase of contrast enhancement etc.).

You are taking care of a patient who is 24 hours post-operative laparotomy. He is prescribed oxycodone 10 mg every 4 hours as needed for pain.:

• What is the mechanism of action for this medication?
• How will you determine the level of pain the patient is experiencing?
• What are potential side effects of this medication?
• How can the side effects be treated?
• How will you know the patient is becoming tolerant to the medication?

Capstone Topic Summary, in pressure ulcer prevention in a hospice setting

Sample questionnaire to older adults about their health

1. Cataract

2. Retinopathy

3. Glaucoma

4. Macular Degeneration

give 5 nursing priorites ( with rationals in your own words) for a patient who has diarrhea and low potassium level. starting from the highest to lowest.

give the pathophysiology of Crptosporidium infection in your own words.

In planning the post-procedure care for a client who has a barium enema, the nurse should include:(Select all that apply.)

1.     Position the client on the right side.

2.     Maintain bed rest for 12 hours.

3.     Observe and record the amount of rectal drainage.

4.     Encourage fluids.

5.     Monitor the client for a rise in body temperature and abdominal pain.

6.     Administer a laxative.

What elements of social change have contributed to the expansion of administrative responsibilities in American government? Discuss specific impacts of social change on the scope and activities of administrative agencies.

Why is it important to understand life stages relevant to the person with care needs?

24. Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement first for a client diagnosed with an ulnar fracture? A) Treat the client for shock B) Assess the pulses in the affected arm C) Cover the site of the suspected fracture D) Apply ice to the injury site. 25. A nurse in a local healthcare facility is caring for a client suspected of bleeding internally. Which observation should the nurse report to a physician immediately? A) Extreme hunger B) Blood pressure that is rising C) A pulse rate of 80 beats per minute D) Breathing that is becoming shallow and rapid