The Charge Nurse Observes the Following Actions Being Taken by a New

question 15

Multiple Choice

The charge nurse observes the following actions being taken by a new nurse on the burn unit.Which action by the new nurse would require an intervention by the charge nurse?

• A) The new nurse uses clean latex gloves when applying antibacterial cream to a burn wound.
• B) The new nurse obtains burn cultures when the patient has a temperature of 95.2° F (35.1° C).
• C) The new nurse administers PRN fentanyl (Sublimaze) IV to a patient 5 minutes before a dressing change.
• D) The new nurse calls the health care provider for a possible insulin order when a nondiabetic patient's serum glucose is elevated.

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Definitions:

Safety Stock

Inventory held in reserve to guard against stockouts caused by variability in demand or supply chain delays.

Lead Time

The time interval from the initiation of a process (such as placing an order) to its completion (such as the delivery of goods or services).

Lean

Lean is a systematic method for waste minimization within a manufacturing system without sacrificing productivity, focusing on enhancing value for the customer.

Inventory Management

The supervision of non-capitalized assets and stock items, involving the control of purchase, storage, and use of materials.