Asked by David Youssef on Jul 03, 2024
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A hospitalized patient, injured in a fall while intoxicated, believes spiders are spinning entrapping webs in the room. The patient is anxious, agitated, and diaphoretic. Which nursing intervention has priority?
A) Check the patient every 15 minutes.
B) Rigorously encourage fluid intake.
C) Provide one-on-one supervision.
D) Keep the room dimly lit.
Diaphoretic
Pertaining to or characterized by profuse sweating, often as a symptom of an underlying medical condition or physical exertion.
One-On-One Supervision
Direct, personal oversight provided by an individual to a specific person, especially in contexts of care or education.
Check Patient
A healthcare procedure involving the assessment and monitoring of a patient's condition to ensure their well-being and to identify any need for treatment adjustments.
- Acquire knowledge on and predict the use of pharmacological treatments for the alleviation of alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on and predict the use of pharmacological treatments for the alleviation of alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
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