Chlorhexidine Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is an oral side effect of Prozac? (Fluoxetine, SSRI, newer generation antidepressant) xerostomia How do steroids affect poor wound healing? (corticosteroids such as prednisone and Medrol) delays in healing, increased risk for infections What should be done with a patient with a previous history of high blood pressure and comes in for their appointment with reading of 160/116? Refer patient to physician immediately Premedication regimine 2g Amoxicillin, 600 mg Clind...

A nurse is planning care for a client who has renal calculi. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include to promote elimination of the calculi? Maintain bedrest until calculi are expelled. Withhold thiazide diuretics. Encourage intake of at least 3 L of fluid each day. Collect all urine for 24 hr in a collection container. - Encourage intake of at least 3 L of fluid each day. The nurse should encourage the client to consume at least 3 L of fluid each day. Increas...

Neoadjuvant therapy does not increase survival when compared to adjuvant therapy. It only changes the timing of treatment and can change surgical options if the tumor is shrunk enough. If this occurs, the patient may only require a lumpectomy plus radiation therapy instead of needing a mastectomy - Correct answer-Main benefit of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (breast cancer patient) A comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) is a multidisciplinary evaluation to assess life expectancy and risk of...

Chemotherapy Certification Renewal Exam (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct- Grade A QUESTION Extravasation signs and symptoms can include Answer: Burning, stinging pain around the administration site, although it is important to note that some patients do not experience any pain with vesicant extravasation and may in fact experience a feeling of coolness at the site (Polovich et al., 2014). QUESTION Knowing the most common side effects of...

A 30-year-old male patient has a slightly raised purple mass on his cheek measuring 25 mm in diameter for as long as he can remember. This lesion is most likely a: - A. hemangioma B. hematoma C. Nevus A. Hemangioma A continuing care patient complains of root hypersensitivity. Upon examination, the DH sees plaque accumulation near the gingival margins of many teeth. Each of the following may be considered for this patient except one. Which is the exception. - A. Educate the patient about p...

Using Preventative Agents (NBDHE) Questions and Answers Already Passed What is the recommended application frequency for fluoride gel in a clinical setting? Fluoride gel is typically applied once a week in a clinical setting. Which preventative measure can help reduce plaque accumulation? Antimicrobial mouth rinses can help reduce plaque accumulation. What is a common ingredient in toothpaste designed to fight cavities? Fluoride is a common ingredient in toothpaste designed to...

HESI MED SURG RN V1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A/LATEST 2023 MARCH {100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS} 1. A nurse is assessing a client has left-sided heart failure. Which of the following findingssI hould the nurse expect? a. Bradycardia b. Flushed skin c. d. Jugular vein distention 2. A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing renal colic from a calculus in left renal pelvis. Identify the area where the nurse should expect the client to have referred pain. (Find“hot spots” in...

A graduate nurse is cleaning a central venous access device (CVAD) and is being evaluated by the preceptor nurse. The preceptor nurse makes a recommendation for relearning the skill when she notes the graduate nurse does the following action: Correct Answer-Wipes catheter ports from distal end to insertion site Explanation: Proper cleansing of a CVAD includes cleaning the insertion site with a chlorhexidine solution in a circular motion from insertion site outward. The nurse will obtain anoth...

Tools for TPR -ANSWER stethoscope thermometer watch bandaging material -ANSWER roll cotton self-adhesive wrap tape/elasticon guaze squares roll gauze telfa pads scissors antiseptics/analgesics -ANSWER nitrofurazone ointment betadine/chlorhexidine scrub triple antibiotic ointment epsom salts/saline pack bute/banamine tools -ANSWER latex gloves duct tape wire cutters clean towels large syringe (irrigation) flashlight spare lead rope need a vet? -ANSWER uncontrolle...

ATI PN Fundamentals Proctored Exam ( Version 1 ) 2023) 70 Questions and Verified Answers 1. A nurse is reinforcing information with a client who wishes to complete their advance directives. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? a) “You must have advance directives in place in order to refuse recommended treatment.” b) “An attorney is needed in order for you to name a designee in your health care proxy.” c) “You can decline to have certain medical procedures p...