NURS 6521N MIDTERM EXAM - 100 Questions & Answers WALDEN UNIVERSITY / (LATEST-2021)

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NURS6521N Midterm Exam Questions and Answers 1. A nurse is caring for a postsurgical patient who has small tortuous veins and had a difficult IV insertion. The patient is now receiving IV medication... s on a regular basis. What is the best nursing intervention to minimize the adverse effects of this drug therapy? A) Monitor the patient's bleeding time B) Check the patient's blood glucose levels C) Record baseline vital signs D) Monitor the IV site for redness, swelling, or pain 2. A patient is in the clinic after 6 weeks of taking riluzole (Rilutek) for a recent diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The nurse will prioritize assessment for which of the following? A) Weight gain B) Constipation C) Increased energy D) Dizziness [Show More]

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