Asked by Kevin Browne on Apr 27, 2024
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The patient has an order to be off the floor for 15 minutes every 2 hours to smoke a cigarette.The patient has just returned from his "cigarette break." The nurse is about to take the patient's temperature orally and should:
A) wait about 15 minutes before taking his temperature.
B) give him oral fluids to rinse the nicotine away before taking his temperature.
C) give him a stick of chewing gum to chew and then take his temperature.
D) take his oral temperature and record the findings.
Nicotine
A stimulant substance found in tobacco products that can lead to addiction and various health issues.
- Appreciate the influence of environmental conditions, active lifestyle, and personal practices (including smoking) on critical vital measurements.
Verified Answer
TB
Tameeka BarnesApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The nurse should verify that the patient has not had anything to eat or drink and has not chewed gum or smoked within the 15 minutes before oral temperature is measured.Oral food and fluids and smoking and gum can alter temperature measurement.
Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the influence of environmental conditions, active lifestyle, and personal practices (including smoking) on critical vital measurements.