When is the best time to remove specimens from the sterile field?
a. only if the circulator asks
b. immediately after dissection
c. when the surgeon gives permission
d. before any other specimens are obtained

Why do you think people write one way and speak to people a different way?

Mrs. h, age 42 years, is experiencing severe rheumatoid arthritis in her wrists, fingers, and knees. the joints are quite inflamed, red, and swollen. she is sitting rigidly in a chair and refuses to put on a sweater, even though she is shivering, or let anyone touch her arms. she has been prescribed an analgesic and an anti-inflammatory drug, but her dose is not due for another hour. she is feeling nauseated, so she has not eaten for the past 8 hours. based on patient history and the signs and symptoms, discuss how the effects of pain are exacerbating her condition.

Select a patient in the clinical setting who is receiving an anxiolytic or hypnotic drug. develop a teaching plan for the patient. what nursing considerations must you consider when using this medication in this patient?