A 72-Year-Old Patient Who Has a History of a Transient

question 19

Multiple Choice

A 72-year-old patient who has a history of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) has an order for aspirin 160 mg daily.When the nurse is administering medications,the patient says,"I don't need the aspirin today.I don't have a fever." Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Document that the aspirin was refused by the patient.
• B) Tell the patient that the aspirin is used to prevent a fever.
• C) Explain that the aspirin is ordered to decrease stroke risk.
• D) Call the health care provider to clarify the medication order.

Explore how personal life and environmental factors influence biological and psychological traits.

Understand various pregnancy tests and procedures along with their descriptions and purposes.

Differentiate between tests used for confirming pregnancy and those used for monitoring pregnancy progress.

Identify the significance of prenatal screening for genetic disorders.

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Definitions:

Supervisor Signature

An endorsement or approval by a supervisor or higher authority, often required on official documents.

Documentation

The process of recording the details of a particular process or event, or the materials that provide evidence or information.

Immunization Schedule

A detailed plan outlining the timing and type of vaccines to be administered, aimed at preventing infectious diseases.

Infants

Refers to young children typically under one year of age, during the earliest stages of their lives.