The Physician Has Ordered Ipratropium (Atrovent) for the Client

question 6

Multiple Choice

The physician has ordered ipratropium (Atrovent) for the client. What is a priority assessment question for the nurse to ask prior to administering this medication?

• A) "Are you allergic to soy?"
• B) "Do you have diabetes mellitus?"
• C) "Do you have seizures?"
• D) "Do you have gout?"

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Definitions:

Bailment

The act of placing property into the temporary custody or care of another, typically under an agreement for a specific purpose.

Damages

Monetary compensation ordered by a court for harm or injury suffered by an individual.

Ordinary Care

The level of caution and attention to duty that a reasonable person would employ in similar circumstances, often relevant in negligence cases.

Bailment

The act of temporarily placing control over, or possession of, personal property by one person into the hands of another, under agreement.