An 88-Year-Old Client Has Glomerulonephritis, Is Quite Edematous, and Has

question 9

Multiple Choice

An 88-year-old client has glomerulonephritis, is quite edematous, and has an order for large doses of diuretics. Before administering the first dose, the most appropriate action by the nurse would be to

• A) call the physician to clarify the order.
• B) educate the client as to the drug's effects.
• C) have the unlicensed assistive personnel take a set of vital signs.
• D) plan to administer the diuretics evenly spaced throughout the day.

Recognize the initial professional contacts for hearing parents of deaf children.

Understand the concept of bicultural deaf identities.

Know the ethical considerations in hiring interpreters for Deaf clients.

Appreciate the unique aspects of Deaf Culture, including communication preferences.

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