The nurse is reviewing medical prescriptions for newly admitted clients. It would

be a priority for the nurse to follow up with the physician if a client with

(a) a potassium level of 4.5mEq/L has Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene) prescribed

(

) a Dilantin (phenytoin) level of 8 mcg/ml is placed on seizure precautions(c)

sensitivity to Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is prescribed Tylenol (acetaminophen)

(d) sensitivity to Penicillin is prescribed Zithromax (azithromycin)

The nurse from the postpartum unit has been temporarily assigned to the medical

2.

(

) is being observed for increased intracranial pressure

(c) had surgery two hours ago to remove the appendix

(

) is two weeks post partum being maintained on a mechanical ventilator for

respiratory failure

3.

(lorazepam)

placing a client on the affected side following surgical repair of a retinal

(b) detachment

handling a wet cast with the palms of the hands

using a broad base of support while transferring a client

(c) (d)

The nurse should intervene if the nurse notes a staff member

(a) obtaining