A Nurse Is Caring for a Client in a Trauma

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client in a trauma ICU in the middle of the night. The client is having difficulty maintaining blood pressure and the nurse administers a routinely used medication for this problem. This is an example of the nurse implementing which of the following?

• A) A PRN order.
• B) A one-time order.
• C) A standing order.
• D) A STAT order.

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Definitions:

Sedentary Individuals

People who engage in minimal physical activity and spend most of their time in a seated or lying position.

Introductory Exercise

An initial activity or workout designed to prepare individuals for a more intense or focused physical training session.

Chronic Diseases

Long-lasting health conditions that can be managed but not typically cured, often affecting an individual's quality of life over an extended period.

Regular Physical Activity

Consistent engagement in exercise or bodily movements that improve or maintain physical fitness and overall health.