After Reviewing the Database, the Nurse Discovers That the Patient's

question 21

Multiple Choice

After reviewing the database, the nurse discovers that the patient's vital signs have not been recorded by the nursing assistive personnel (NAP) . Which clinical decision should the nurse make?

• A) Administer scheduled medications assuming that the NAP would have reported abnormal vital signs.
• B) Have the patient transported to the radiology department for a scheduled x-ray, and review vital signs upon return.
• C) Ask the NAP to record the patient's vital signs before administering medications.
• D) Omit the vital signs because the patient is presently in no distress.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Neuropathy

A condition resulting from damage to the peripheral nerves, causing weakness, numbness, and pain, typically in the hands and feet.

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Plantar Warts

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Athlete's Foot

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