A nurse is planning care for a newborn who is receiving phototherapy for an elevated bilirubin level. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - ANWER D. Use a photometer to monitor the lamp's energy The nurse should monitor the lamp'
Seizure precautions - ANSWER Ensure client has IV access for seizure medication administration. Postoperative lab values - ANSWER Report Hgb level of 8 g/dL to provider as an indicator of postoperative hemorrhage or anemia. ESWL procedure - ANSWER Expect stone fragments in the urine after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. Airborne precautions - ANSWER Initiate airborne precautions for a client with anorexia, low-grade fever, night sweats, and productive cough, as these are manifestations of tuberculosis. TPN administration - ANSWER Administer dextrose 10% in water until new TPN bag arrives to avoid drop in blood glucose level.
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