A patient informs the PN student of experiencing a great dea…

A patient informs the PN student of experiencing a great deal of pain following a fairly minor operation. The surgeon leaves a prescription for the nurse to administer a placebo injection instead of pain medication. What action by the nurse are most appropriate?

A patient is receiving all fluids, fluids, food and medicati…

A patient is receiving all fluids, fluids, food and medications via a percutaneous endoscpoic gastrostomy (PEG) tube.  The pharmacy sends a sustained release opioid medication for pain control.  Which of the following is the correct action the nurse should take?

The doctor has ordered either heat or cold treatments for th…

The doctor has ordered either heat or cold treatments for the older adult patient with a leg injury. The nursing care plan reflects secondary diagnoses of peripheral vascular disease (PVD), diabetes, and allergy to latex. Which of the ordered treatments would the nurse administer, and why?