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Nursing Interventions Classification - 1996 (9068 records)
- AC: nursing activities (8110 records)
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Nursing Interventions Classification - 1996 (9068 records)
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AC: nursing activities (8110 records)

Accept expressions of negative emotion [C0508108] [U000002]
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Accept initial need for concealment of change [C0508109] [U000003]
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Accept patient's reaction to diminished vision [C0508110] [U000004]
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Accept the family's values in a nonjudgmental manner [C0508111] [U000005]
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Accompany patient to bathroom during designated observation times after meals/snacks [C0508112] [U000006]
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Account for controlled substance cabinet keys at all times [C0508113] [U000007]
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Acknowledge an employee's area of expertise [C0508114] [U000008]
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Acknowledge dependency of patient on caregiver, as appropriate [C0508115] [U000009]
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Acknowledge previous coping skills [C0508116] [U000010]
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Acknowledge the patient's spiritual/cultural background [C0508117] [U000011]
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Acknowledge understanding of family decision about postdischarge care [C0508118] [U000012]
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Acknowledge your presence to patient periodically [C0508119] [U000013]
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Acquaint policy makers with implications of current and proposed policies and standards for patient welfare [C0508120] [U000014]
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Acquire information about the nature of the problem, emergency, accident, or disaster [C0508121] [U000015]
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Act for caregiver if overburdening becomes apparent [C0508122] [U000016]
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Act quickly and methodically, giving care to the most urgent conditions [C0508123] [U000017]
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Activate area entryway control system, as appropriate [C0508124] [U000018]
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Activate the emergency medical system [C0508125] [U000019]
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Adapt massage area, technique, and pressure to patient's perception of comfort and purpose of massage [C0508126] [U000020]
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Adapt the educational methods/materials to the group's learning needs/characteristics, as appropriate [C0508127] [U000021]
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Adapt the environment to the deficit by focusing on the unaffected side during the acute period [C0508128] [U000022]
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Adapt the information to comply with the patient's life-style/routines [C0508129] [U000023]
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Add blue food coloring to tube feedings to monitor for aspiration or fistula [C0508130] [U000024]
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Add food coloring to enteral feedings, as appropriate [C0508131] [U000025]
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Add moisture to environment with a humidifier, as needed [C0508132] [U000026]
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Add new items to inventory list, as appropriate [C0508133] [U000027]
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Address hallucinations in a therapeutic manner [C0508134] [U000028]
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Address strategies for limit setting for adolescents [C0508135] [U000029]
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Address the effects of adolescent cognitive development on decision making [C0508136] [U000030]
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Address the effects of adolescent cognitive development on information processing [C0508137] [U000031]
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Address the issue of mandatory attendance [C0508138] [U000032]
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Address the issue of whether new members can join at any time [C0508139] [U000033]
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Address the patient by name when initiating interaction [C0508140] [U000034]
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Address the patient distinctly by name when initiating interaction, and speak slowly [C0508141] [U000035]
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Address the patient's specific concerns, as appropriate [C0508142] [U000036]
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Adhere to patient's requests for management of delivery, when these requests are consistent with standards of perinatal care [C0508144] [U000038]
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Adjust bag to fill correctly [C0508145] [U000039]
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Adjust coagulation and cutting currents, as instructed by physician or agency policy [C0508146] [U000040]
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Adjust diet to patient's life-style, as appropriate [C0508147] [U000041]
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Adjust environment to facilitate concentration [C0508149] [U000043]
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Adjust environment (e.g., light, noise, temperature, mattress, and bed) to promote sleep [C0508148] [U000042]
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Adjust environmental temperature to meet patient's needs, if body temperature is altered [C0508150] [U000044]
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Adjust environmental temperature to patient needs [C0508151] [U000045]
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Adjust filtration pressures to remove an appropriate amount of fluid [C0508152] [U000046]
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Adjust frequency of catheterization to maintain output of 300 cc or less for adults [C0508153] [U000047]
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Adjust instruction to facilitate learning, as appropriate [C0508154] [U000048]
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Adjust laser settings, as per physician or agency protocol [C0508155] [U000049]
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Adjust lighting to meet needs of individual activities, avoiding direct light in eyes [C0508156] [U000050]
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Adjust lighting, room temperature, and noise level to enhance patient's ability to concentrate on the exercise activity [C0508157] [U000051]
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Adjust medication administration schedule to support patient's sleep/wake cycle [C0508158] [U000052]
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Adjust monitors to achieve and maintain clarity of the tracing(s) [C0508159] [U000054]
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Adjust monitors to achieve and maintain clarity of the tracing [C0508159] [U000053]
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Adjust operating bed, as appropriate [C0508160] [U000055]
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Adjust operating room temperature for therapeutic effect [C0508161] [U000056]
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Adjust physical distance between nurse and patient, as appropriate [C0508162] [U000057]
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Adjust room temperature to that most comfortable for the individual, if possible [C0508163] [U000058]
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Adjust the amplitude, rate, and/or pulse width to predetermined settings indicated [C0508164] [U000059]
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Adjust the backrest to provide the amount of support required, usually 10 to 15 degrees from vertical [C0508165] [U000060]
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Adjust the bed, as appropriate [C0508166] [U000061]
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Adjust the instruction to the patient's level of knowledge and understanding [C0508167] [U000062]
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Adjust the tourniquet pressure, as instructed by physician or by agency policy [C0508168] [U000063]
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Adjust ventilator settings to keep PaCO2 at prescribed level [C0508169] [U000064]
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Administer 1% lidocaine at insertion point, as appropriate [C0508170] [U000065]
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Administer 1% lidocaine at the insertion site, as appropriate [C0508171] [U000066]
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Administer a laxative, suppository, or enema, as appropriate [C0508192] [U000087]
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Administer a tepid sponge bath, as appropriate [C0508193] [U000088]
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Administer a topical or injectable anesthetic to the area, as appropriate [C0508194] [U000089]
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Administer activated charcoal when substance used is unknown, as appropriate [C0508195] [U000090]
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Administer adjunct drugs and fluids necessary to manage the anesthetic, maintain physiological homeostasis, and correct adverse or unfavorable responses to anesthesia and surgery [C0508196] [U000091]
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Administer adjuvant analgesics and/or medications when needed to potentiate analgesia [C0508197] [U000092]
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Administer Advanced Cardiac Life Support, as indicated [C0508172] [U000067]
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Administer aerosol treatments, as appropriate [C0508198] [U000093]
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Administer allergy injections, as needed [C0508200] [U000095]
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Administer an immunizing agent, as appropriate [C0508201] [U000096]
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Administer analgesic medication, as necessary [C0508202] [U000097]
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Administer analgesics, as necessary [C0508202] [U000102]
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Administer analgesics PRN to promote comfort and sleep [C0508203] [U000098]
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Administer analgesics around the clock to prevent peaks and troughs of analgesia, especially with severe pain [C0508204] [U000099]
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Administer analgesics as needed for comfort [C0508205] [U000100]
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Administer analgesics to promote comfort and relaxation during labor [C0508206] [U000101]
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Administer analgesics, as needed [C0508207] [U000103]
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Administer and document preoperative medications, as appropriate [C0508208] [U000104]
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Administer and monitor effects of osmotic and loop-active diuretics and corticosteroids [C0508209] [U000105]
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Administer and titrate vasoactive drugs, as ordered, to maintain hemodynamic parameters [C0508210] [U000106]
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Administer antacids and analgesics, as appropriate [C0508211] [U000107]
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Administer antiarrhythmic agents, as appropriate [C0508212] [U000108]
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Administer antiarrhythmic medications, as appropriate [C0508213] [U000109]
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Administer antibiotic therapy, as appropriate [C0508214] [U000110]
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Administer antibiotics [C0508215] [U000111]
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Administer antibiotics as appropriate to prevent iatrogenic A. Hydrophilia infection [C0508216] [U000112]
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Administer antibiotics on schedule, if appropriate [C0508217] [U000113]
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Administer anticoagulants, as appropriate [C0508218] [U000117]
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Administer anticoagulant medication, as appropriate [C0508218] [U000114]
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Administer anticoagulant medication, as ordered [C0508219] [U000115]
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Administer anticoagulants or antithrombolytics, as ordered [C0508220] [U000116]
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Administer anticonvulsants or sedatives, as appropriate [C0508221] [U000118]
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Administer anticonvulsants, as appropriate [C0508222] [U000119]
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Administer antiemetic drugs for nausea and vomiting [C0508223] [U000120]
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Administer antiemetics to reduce loss of HCl in emesis, as appropriate [C0508224] [U000121]
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Administer antiemetics, as needed, to control incidence of nausea and vomiting [C0508225] [U000122]
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Administer antifungal oral solutions [C0508226] [U000123]
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Administer antihistamine medications, as appropriate [C0508227] [U000124]
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Administer antiinflammatory agents and/or bronchodilators, as appropriate [C0508228] [U000125]
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Administer antiinflammatory medications, if appropriate [C0508229] [U000126]
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Administer antiplatelet medications, as ordered [C0508230] [U000127]
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Administer antiplatelet or anticoagulant medications, as appropriate [C0508231] [U000128]
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Administer antipsychotic and antianxiety medications on a routine and as needed basis [C0508232] [U000129]
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Administer antipyretic medication, as appropriate [C0508233] [U000130]
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Administer appropriate pain medication to prevent hypoventilation [C0508234] [U000131]
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Administer appropriate preanesthetic medications and fluids [C0508235] [U000132]
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Administer appropriate prescribed calcium salt (e.g., calcium carbonate, calcium chloride, and calcium gluconate), as indicated [C0508236] [U000133]
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Administer appropriate skin care at friction points [C0508237] [U000134]
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Administer back rub/neck rub, as appropriate [C0508238] [U000135]
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Administer blood products (e.g., platelets or fresh frozen plasma), as appropriate [C0508239] [U000137]
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Administer blood products (e.g., platelets and fresh frozen plasma), as appropriate [C0508239] [U000136]
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Administer blood products, as appropriate [C0508239] [U000138]
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Administer blood products, as prescribed [C0508240] [U000139]
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Administer bowel preparation medications, as appropriate [C0508241] [U000140]
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Administer bronchodilators, as appropriate [C0508242] [U000141]
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Administer calcium channel blockers, as ordered [C0508243] [U000142]
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Administer carbonic anhydrase-inhibiting diuretics (e.g., acetazolamide and metazolamide) to increase excretion of bicarbonate, as appropriate [C0508244] [U000143]
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Administer catheter site care according to agency protocol [C0508245] [U000144]
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Administer central venous line site care, as appropriate [C0508246] [U000145]
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Administer chemotherapeutic drugs in the late evening, so the patient may sleep at the time emetic effects are greatest [C0508247] [U000146]
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Administer chest physiotherapy, as appropriate [C0508248] [U000147]
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Administer chloride to replace deficient anion (e.g., ammonium chloride or arginine hydrochloride, normal saline), as appropriate [C0508249] [U000148]
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Administer dantrolene sodium, as appropriate [C0508250] [U000149]
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Administer dialysis exchanges (inflow, dwell, and outflow), according to protocol [C0508251] [U000150]
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Administer dialysis, as appropriate, noting patient response [C0508252] [U000151]
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Administer dilute acid (isotonic hydrochloride) or arginine monohydrochloride, as appropriate [C0508253] [U000152]
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Administer diuretics only as indicated (e.g., thiazides, loop diuretics similar to furosemide, or ethacrynic acid), as appropriate [C0508254] [U000153]
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Administer diuretics, as appropriate [C0508255] [U000154]
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Administer drug-specific antidotes when the drug that was used is known [C0508256] [U000155]
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Administer eardrops, as appropriate [C0508257] [U000156]
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Administer electrolyte-binding or -excreting resins (e.g., Kayexalate) as prescribed, if appropriate [C0508258] [U000158]
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Administer electrolyte-binding and -excreting resins (e.g., Kayexalate) as prescribed, if appropriate [C0508258] [U000157]
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Administer enema or irrigation, as appropriate [C0508259] [U000159]
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Administer enteral feedings, as appropriate [C0508260] [U000160]
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Administer epinephrine SQ emergently for anaphylaxis, if appropriate [C0508261] [U000161]
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Administer fiber as prescribed for the tube-fed patient to reduce fluid and electrolyte loss through diarrhea [C0508262] [U000162]
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Administer fluid and/or volume expanders to maintain hemodynamic parameters within specified range [C0508263] [U000163]
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Administer fluids as prescribed [C0508264] [U000164]
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Administer fluids to maintain blood pressure and cardiac output, as appropriate [C0508265] [U000165]
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Administer fluids, as appropriate [C0508266] [U000166]
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Administer foot soaks, as needed [C0508267] [U000167]
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Administer glucagon, as appropriate [C0508268] [U000168]
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Administer H2 receptor antagonist (e.g., ranitidine and cimetidine) to block hydrochloride secretion from the stomach, as appropriate [C0508173] [U000068]
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Administer heated oxygen, as appropriate [C0508269] [U000169]
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Administer heparin, according to protocol [C0508270] [U000170]
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Administer Hickman line care, as appropriate [C0508174] [U000069]
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Administer humidified air or oxygen, as appropriate [C0508271] [U000171]
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Administer hyperalimentation fluids, as appropriate [C0508272] [U000172]
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Administer hypertonic (3% to 5%) saline at 3 ml/kg/hr or per policy for rapid correction of hyponatremia, as appropriate [C0508273] [U000173]
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Administer hypotonic solutions (e.g., D5W, D5, or one half NS) for intracellular rehydration, if appropriate [C0508274] [U000174]
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Administer Indocin, Calcitonin, or Mithracin, as appropriate [C0508186] [U000081]
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Administer injections to infant in the anterolateral thigh, as appropriate [C0508275] [U000175]
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Administer insulin and fluid hydration (isotonic and hypotonic) for diabetic ketoacidosis, causing metabolic acidosis, as appropriate [C0508276] [U000176]
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Administer insulin, as ordered, to maintain serum glucose level in the designated range, as appropriate [C0508277] [U000177]
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Administer insulin, as prescribed [C0508278] [U000178]
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Administer intravenous dextrose, as appropriate [C0508279] [U000179]
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Administer Ipecac, as appropriate [C0508187] [U000082]
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Administer isotonic (.9%) saline, hypotonic (.45%) saline, hypotonic (5%) dextrose, or diuretics, as appropriate, based on fluid status and urine osmolality [C0508280] [U000180]
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Administer isotonic solutions (e.g., normal saline and lactated ringers) for extracellular rehydration, if appropriate [C0508281] [U000181]
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Administer IV and/or oral fluids, as appropriate [C0508175] [U000070]
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Administer IV fluid challenge while monitoring cardiac loading pressures, cardiac output, and urinary output, as appropriate [C0508176] [U000071]
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Administer IV fluids at room temperature [C0508177] [U000072]
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Administer IV fluids, as appropriate [C0508178] [U000073]
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Administer IV fluids, as needed [C0508179] [U000074]
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Administer IV fluids, as prescribed [C0508180] [U000075]
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Administer IV medication to control shivering, as per agency protocol [C0508181] [U000076]
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Administer IV medications, as prescribed, and monitor for results [C0508182] [U000077]
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Administer IV or intramuscular oxytocics, per protocol or order [C0508183] [U000078]
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Administer IV site care, as appropriate [C0508184] [U000079]
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Administer IV therapy, as prescribed [C0508185] [U000080]
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Administer lactation suppression drug, if appropriate [C0508282] [U000182]
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Administer laxative or enema, as appropriate [C0508283] [U000183]
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Administer local anesthesic before delivery or episiotomy, as indicated [C0508284] [U000184]
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Administer local anesthetic before surgical repair, when indicated [C0508285] [U000185]
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Administer loop active or osmotic diuretics [C0508286] [U000186]
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Administer low flow oxygen and monitor for CO2 narcosis, in cases of chronic hypercapnia [C0508287] [U000187]
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Administer magnesium supplement 250 mg (12.5 mEq) to 500 mg (25 mEq) orally four times daily, or 4 to 10 g IV in a 24-hr period, or per policy, as appropriate [C0508288] [U000188]
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Administer magnesium-containing antacids (e.g., Mylanta, Maalox, Di-Gel, or Phillip's Milk of Magnesia) in combination with antidiarrheal medications (to prevent further loss of magnesium), as appropriate [C0508289] [U000189]
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Administer manual ventilation, as appropriate [C0508290] [U000190]
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Administer medication as per physician's order or protocol, titrating carefully according to patient's response [C0508291] [U000191]
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Administer medication for pain relief through interpleural catheter [C0508292] [U000192]
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Administer medication to increase peristalsis, as appropriate [C0508293] [U000193]
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Administer medications (e.g., antacids), as appropriate [C0508295] [U000196]
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Administer medications (e.g., lactulose or vasopressin), as appropriate [C0508295] [U000198]
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Administer medication, as appropriate [C0508295] [U000195]
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Administer medications, as appropriate [C0508295] [U000211]
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Administer medications (e.g., bronchodilators and inhalers) that promote airway patency and gas exchange [C0508296] [U000197]
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Administer medications that promote airway patency and gas exchange [C0508296] [U000203]
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Administer medications (e.g., stimulants, antimanics, and antipsychotics) to promote desired behavior changes [C0508297] [U000199]
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Administer medications as appropriate for short-term control [C0508298] [U000200]
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Administer medications in elixir, rather than crushed tablets, to prevent clogging the tube [C0508299] [U000201]
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Administer medications per order [C0508300] [U000202]
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Administer medications that will prevent episodes of the Valsalva maneuver (e.g., stool softeners and antiemetics), as appropriate [C0508301] [U000204]
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Administer medications that will prevent episodes of the Valsalva maneuver (e.g., stool softeners, antiemetics), as appropriate [C0508301] [U000205]
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Administer medications to maintain urine output [C0508302] [U000206]
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Administer medications to reduce anxiety, as appropriate [C0508303] [U000207]
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Administer medications to reduce nausea and pain before eating, as appropriate [C0508304] [U000208]
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Administer medications to relieve/prevent pain, as needed [C0508305] [U000209]
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Administer medications to treat the cause of fever, as appropriate [C0508306] [U000210]
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Administer medications, as appropriate, to decrease anxiety, stabilize mood, and decrease self-stimulation [C0508307] [U000213]
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Administer microbial agents and bronchodilators, as appropriate [C0508308] [U000214]
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Administer mucokinetic agents, as appropriate [C0508310] [U000216]
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Administer muscle-paralyzing agents, sedatives, and narcotic analgesics, as appropriate [C0508311] [U000217]
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Administer narcotic antagonists, as appropriate, per agency protocol [C0508312] [U000218]
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Administer normal saline and plasma expanders in the presence of hypernatremia associated with hypovolemia [C0508313] [U000219]
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Administer normal saline and plasma expanders in the presence of hypovolemia, as appropriate [C0508314] [U000220]
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Administer oral or parenteral HCO3 agents, if appropriate [C0508315] [U000221]
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Administer oxygen and/or mechanical ventilation, as appropriate [C0508316] [U000222]
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Administer oxygen as ordered [C0508364] [U000223]
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Administer oxygen therapy, as appropriate [C0508317] [U000224]
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Administer oxygen, as appropriate [C0508317] [U000225]
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Administer oxytocics after delivery, as appropriate [C0508318] [U000226]
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Administer packed red blood cells and/or fresh frozen plasma, as appropriate [C0508319] [U000227]
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Administer pain medication through interpleural catheter intermittently or by continuous drip [C0508320] [U000228]
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Administer pain medication, as appropriate [C0508321] [U000229]
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Administer pain medications, as needed [C0508321] [U000231]
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Administer pain medications PRN [C0508321] [U000230]
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Administer paralyzing agent [C0508322] [U000232]
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Administer parenteral chloride solutions to reduce HCO3, while correcting the cause of respiratory alkalosis, as appropriate [C0508323] [U000233]
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Administer pharmacological agents to increase urinary output, as appropriate [C0508324] [U000234]
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Administer pharmacological agents to maintain ICP within specified range [C0508325] [U000235]
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Administer pharmacological agents to maintain hemodynamic parameters within specifiied range [C0508326] [U000236]
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Administer pharmacological agents to replace chloride, as appropriate [C0508327] [U000237]
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Administer plasma volume expanders, as appropriate [C0508328] [U000238]
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Administer positive inotropic agents, as appropriate [C0508329] [U000239]
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Administer positive inotropic/contractility medications [C0508330] [U000240]
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Administer positive reinforcers with behaviors that are to be increased [C0508331] [U000241]
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Administer potassium, as prescribed [C0508332] [U000242]
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Administer potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., Spironolactone/Aldactone and Triamterene/Dyrenium), as appropriate [C0508333] [U000243]
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Administer potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolacteone/Aldactone or triamterene/Dyrenium), as appropriate [C0508334] [U000244]
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Administer prescribed diuretics, as appropriate [C0508255] [U000253]
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Administer prescribed electrolyte binding/excreting resins, as appropriate [C0508258] [U000254]
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Administer prescribed IV fluids and vasoconstrictor agents, as indicated, to facilitate tissue perfusion [C0508335] [U000245]
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Administer prescribed IV potassium chloride until underlying hypokalemia is corrected [C0508336] [U000246]
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Administer prescribed alkaline medications (e.g., sodium bicarbonate) as appropriate, based on ABG results [C0508337] [U000247]
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Administer prescribed anticholinergic medications (e.g., neostigmine or pentylenetetrazol) to potentiate neuromuscular transmission, as appropriate [C0508338] [U000248]
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Administer prescribed antidiuretic agents (e.g., desmopressin/DDAVP or vasopressin/Pitressin) in the presence of diabetes insipidus, as appropriate [C0508339] [U000249]
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Administer prescribed calcium and vitamin D supplements to reduce phosphate levels, as appropriate [C0508340] [U000250]
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Administer prescribed calcium chloride (10% solution) IV to antagonize neuromuscular effects of hypermagnesemia, as appropriate [C0508341] [U000251]
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Administer prescribed diuretics in conjunction with hypertonic fluids for hypernatremia associated with hypervolemia, as appropriate [C0508342] [U000252]
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Administer prescribed insulin and potassium for treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis, as appropriate [C0508343] [U000255]
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Administer prescribed medications to promote renal excretion of calcium (e.g., IV fluid hydration with normal saline or half-normal saline and diuretics), as appropriate [C0508344] [U000256]
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Administer prescribed medications to reduce serum ionized calcium levels (e.g., phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, and glucocorticoids), as appropriate [C0508345] [U000257]
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Administer prescribed medications to shift potassium into the cell (e.g., 50% dextrose and insulin, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, and calcium gluconate), as appropriate [C0508346] [U000258]
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Administer prescribed nasogastric replacement based on output, as appropriate [C0508347] [U000259]
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Administer prescribed phosphate supplements IV or PO, as appropriate [C0508348] [U000260]
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Administer prescribed phosphate-binding and diuretic medications (e.g., Amphojel, Phos-Lo cookie, and Basaljet) with food to decrease absorption of dietary phosphate, as appropriate [C0508349] [U000261]
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Administer prescribed supplemental electrolytes, as appropriate [C0508350] [U000262]
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Administer prescribed supplemental potassium (PO, NG, or IV), per policy [C0508351] [U000263]
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Administer prescribed unloading agent(s) (e.g., morphine, Lasix, and nitroglycerine), as appropriate [C0508352] [U000264]
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Administer prescribed vasodilators with caution (e.g., nitroglycerine, Nipride, and calcium channel blockers) when rewarming a postoperative patient, as appropriate [C0508353] [U000265]
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Administer PRN medications for anxiety or agitation [C0508188] [U000083]
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Administer prophylactic antibiotics [C0508354] [U000266]
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Administer reinforcers promptly after a behavior occurs [C0508356] [U000268]
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Administer rheologic agents [e.g., low-dose Mannitol or Low Molecular Weight Dextrans (LMDs)], as ordered [C0508357] [U000269]
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Administer Rho(D) immune globulin (e.g., Rhogam or Gamulin), as appropriate, to prevent Rh sensitization after invasive procedures [C0508189] [U000084]
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Administer Rho(D) immune globulin for Rh-negative status [C0508190] [U000085]
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Administer Rho(D) immune globulin, as appropriate [C0508191] [U000086]
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Administer saline when transfusion is complete [C0508358] [U000270]
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Administer sedatives, pain relief, neuromuscular-blocking agents (only if patient is mechanically ventilated), as appropriate [C0508359] [U000271]
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Administer skin care at the tube insertion site, as appropriate [C0508360] [U000272]
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Administer skin ulcer care, as needed [C0508361] [U000273]
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Administer stool softeners [C0508362] [U000274]
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Administer subcutaneous, IV, or endotracheal epinephrine, as appropriate [C0508363] [U000275]
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Administer supplemental electrolytes (e.g., oral, NG, and IV) as prescribed, if appropriate [C0508350] [U000276]
----

Administer supplemental oxygen, as ordered [C0508364] [U000277]
----

Administer suppository, as appropriate [C0508365] [U000278]
----

Administer surgical shave, scrub, shower, enema, and/or douche, as appropriate [C0508366] [U000279]
----

Administer tetanus, as appropriate [C0508367] [U000280]
----

Administer thrombolytic medications, as ordered [C0508368] [U000281]
----

Administer tocolytic medication to reduce contractions, as appropriate [C0508369] [U000282]
----

Administer total parenteral nutrition, as appropriate [C0508370] [U000283]
----

Administer ultrasonic nebulizer treatments, as appropriate [C0508371] [U000284]
----

Administer vasoactive medications [C0508372] [U000285]
----

Administer vasodilator and/or vasoconstrictor medication, as appropriate [C0508373] [U000286]
----

Administer vasodilators, as appropriate [C0508374] [U000287]
----

Administer vasopressin, as ordered [C0508375] [U000288]
----

Administer vitamin therapy, as appropriate [C0508376] [U000289]
----

Administer volume expanders to maintain hemodynamic parameters, as ordered [C0508377] [U000290]
----

Administer warmed (37 to 40C) IV fluids, as appropriate [C0508378] [U000291]
----

Admit to birthing area [C0508379] [U000292]
----

Advertise health-screening services to increase public awareness [C0508380] [U000293]
----

Advise patient considering sterilization to consider procedure irreversible [C0508381] [U000294]
----

Advise patient to avoid use of intrauterine devices [C0508382] [U000295]
----

Advise patient to have partner treated for sexually transmitted disease, if culture positive [C0508383] [U000296]
----

Advise patient to practice the distraction technique before the time needed, if possible [C0508384] [U000297]
----

Advise patient to seek evaluation and treatment for sexually transmitted disease if partner exhibits any symptoms, even if patient experiences no symptoms [C0508385] [U000298]
----

Advise patients at risk for severe allergic reactions to undergo desensitization therapy [C0508386] [U000299]
----

Advise patients of options for anesthesia that would require referral to another practitioner [C0508387] [U000300]
----

Advise the alleviation of all offensive odors [C0508388] [U000301]
----

Advise use of second opinion [C0508389] [U000302]
----

Advocate for family, as appropriate [C0508390] [U000303]
----

Affirm correct catheter placement with chest x-ray examination, as appropriate [C0508391] [U000304]
----

Alert organ procurement team of potential donor [C0508392] [U000305]
----

Alert physicians to changes in scheduled procedures [C0508393] [U000306]
----

Alert primary practitioner to abnormalities in maternal vital signs or fetal heart tracing(s) [C0508394] [U000307]
----

Allocate the appropriate square feet per patient, as indicated by CDC guidelines [C0508395] [U000308]
----

Allow family time for grieving [C0508397] [U000310]
----

Allow family/significant other to stay with patient [C0508398] [U000311]
----

Allow for family visitation, as desired [C0508399] [U000312]
----

Allow for rest periods [C0508400] [U000313]
----

Allow ICP to return to baseline between nursing activities [C0508396] [U000309]
----

Allow more time for translation, discussion, and explanation [C0508401] [U000314]
----

Allow opportunity to make limited choices about eating and exercise, as weight gain progresses in desirable manner [C0508402] [U000315]
----

Allow patient to carry out one instruction before being given another [C0508403] [U000316]
----

Allow patient to hear spoken language frequently, as appropriate [C0508404] [U000317]
----

Allow patient to manipulate play equipment [C0508405] [U000318]
----

Allow sufficient time for the anesthetic to numb the area [C0508406] [U000319]
----

Allow testing of interpersonal limits [C0508407] [U000320]
----

Allow the family to participate, as much as possible [C0508408] [U000321]
----

Allow the patient more than the usual time to process the information and work through a decision [C0508409] [U000322]
----

Allow the patient to maintain rituals that limit anxiety [C0508410] [U000323]
----

Allow time for the patient to express feelings concerning the intervention [C0508411] [U000324]
----

Allow to eat alone, if appropriate [C0508412] [U000325]
----

Alternate eye patch for diplopia [C0508414] [U000327]
----

Alternate high- and low-magnesium antacids (e.g., Maalox and Alternagel), as appropriate [C0508415] [U000328]
----

Alternate periods of weaning trials with sufficient periods of rest and sleep [C0508416] [U000329]
----

Ambulate three to four times per day, as appropriate [C0508417] [U000330]
----

Analyze ICP waveform [C0508418] [U000331]
----

Analyze nature of the problem to be treated [C0508419] [U000332]
----

Analyze physician orders in conjunction with patient status to ensure safety of the patient [C0508420] [U000333]
----

Analyze role adaptations of family to newborn [C0508421] [U000334]
----

Analyze whether results obtained are consistent with patient behavior and clinical status [C0508422] [U000335]
----

Anchor connections and tubing securely [C0508424] [U000337]
----

Anchor IV lines to extremity [C0508423] [U000336]
----

Anchor the tubing securely [C0508425] [U000338]
----

Answer all questions of family members or assist them to get answers [C0508426] [U000339]
----

Answer call light immediately [C0508427] [U000340]
----

Answer children's questions associated with the loss [C0508428] [U000341]
----

Answer commonly-asked questions about financial responsibility for procurement, criteria for transplant, and length of procedure [C0508429] [U000342]
----

Answer fears and concerns related to the instrumentation [C0508430] [U000343]
----

Answer questions [C0508431] [U000344]
----

Answer questions about health status in an honest manner [C0508432] [U000345]
----

Answer questions and discuss concerns, as appropriate [C0508433] [U000346]
----

Answer questions concerning organ donation [C0508434] [U000347]
----

Answer questions in a clear, concise manner [C0508435] [U000348]
----

Anticipate and provide needed supplies and instruments throughout the procedure [C0508436] [U000349]
----

Anticipate organ suitability for donation, depending on criteria of death [C0508437] [U000350]
----

Anticipate requirements for mode of delivery and neonatal support, based on fetal responses to resuscitation techniques [C0508438] [U000351]
----

Anticipate spontaneous expulsion of the placenta [C0508440] [U000353]
----

Anticipate the need for the use of relaxation [C0508441] [U000354]
----

Anticipate trigger situations that may prompt self-harm and intervene to prevent it [C0508442] [U000355]
----

Anticipate use of pacemaker (e.g., check pacemaker settings and connections or make an insertion tray available), if indicated [C0508443] [U000356]
----

Appear relaxed and unhurried in interactions with the patient [C0508444] [U000357]
----

Apply a cervical collar, as appropriate [C0508447] [U000361]
----

Apply a dressing, as appropriate [C0508448] [U000362]
----

Apply a footboard to the bed [C0508449] [U000363]
----

Apply a heat cradle/heat lamp, as appropriate [C0508450] [U000364]
----

Apply a hypothermia blanket [C0508451] [U000365]
----

Apply a permeable adhesive membrane to the ulcer, as appropriate [C0508452] [U000366]
----

Apply a pressure dressing, as indicated [C0508453] [U000367]
----

Apply a pressure dressing, as needed [C0508453] [U000368]
----

Apply a sling to rest an injured body part [C0508454] [U000369]
----

Apply a sling, if appropriate [C0508455] [U000370]
----

Apply a small transparent dressing over IV insertion site [C0508456] [U000371]
----

Apply a sterile dressing, as appropriate [C0508457] [U000372]
----

Apply a sterile transparent dressing [C0508458] [U000373]
----

Apply a tourniquet 3 to 4 in above the anticipated puncture site, as appropriate [C0508459] [U000374]
----

Apply absorbent pads to absorb drainage, as appropriate [C0508460] [U000375]
----

Apply an air splint, as appropriate [C0508461] [U000376]
----

Apply an appropriate dressing to protect the incision [C0508462] [U000377]
----

Apply an appropriate ointment to the skin/lesion, as appropriate [C0508463] [U000378]
----

Apply an arm sling for support, if appropriate [C0508464] [U000379]
----

Apply an occlusive dressing, as appropriate [C0508465] [U000380]
----

Apply an orthosis collar [C0508466] [U000381]
----

Apply anchoring substance to skin, and secure feeding tube with tape [C0508467] [U000382]
----

Apply and maintain a splinting or bracing device [C0508468] [U000383]
----

Apply and secure surgical dressings [C0508469] [U000384]
----

Apply and secure tourniquet cuff around the extremity, avoiding neurovascular sites and ensuring that skin is not pinched [C0508470] [U000385]
----

Apply and use holster to store active electrode during surgery [C0508471] [U000386]
----

Apply antiembolism stockings [C0508472] [U000387]
----

Apply antiembolism stockings (e.g., elastic or pneumatic stockings), if appropriate [C0508473] [U000388]
----

Apply antiembolism stockings, as appropriate [C0508474] [U000389]
----

Apply antimicrobial solution to surgical site, as per agency policy [C0508475] [U000390]
----

Apply antiseptic medication to umbilical stump, per protocol [C0508476] [U000391]
----

Apply antiseptic ointment, as ordered [C0508477] [U000392]
----

Apply appliances to prevent footdrop [C0508478] [U000393]
----

Apply appropriately-fitting ostomy appliance, as needed [C0508479] [U000394]
----

Apply arm board, being careful not to compromise circulation, as appropriate [C0508480] [U000395]
----

Apply breast binder, as appropriate [C0508481] [U000396]
----

Apply cardiac/apnea monitor [C0508482] [U000397]
----

Apply clear occlusive dressing (e.g., Tegaderm or Duoderm), as needed [C0508483] [U000398]
----

Apply closure strips, as appropriate [C0508484] [U000399]
----

Apply cold pack, as appropriate [C0508485] [U000400]
----

Apply cold/heat directly on or near the affected site, if possible [C0508486] [U000401]
----

Apply controlled umbilical cord traction, while guarding the fundus of uterus [C0508487] [U000402]
----

Apply diapers loosely after circumcision [C0508488] [U000403]
----

Apply diapers loosely, as appropriate [C0508489] [U000404]
----

Apply direct pressure or pressure dressing, if appropriate [C0508490] [U000405]
----

Apply dressings, as appropriate [C0508448] [U000407]
----

Apply dressing, as appropriate [C0508448] [U000406]
----

Apply drip towels to prevent pooling of antimicrobial prep solution [C0508491] [U000408]
----

Apply drying powders to deep skin folds [C0508492] [U000409]
----

Apply drying powders to deep skinfolds [C0508492] [U000410]
----

Apply EKG electrodes and connect to a cardiac monitor [C0508445] [U000358]
----

Apply elbow and heel protectors, as appropriate [C0508493] [U000411]
----

Apply electrodes to the site of stimulation [C0508494] [U000412]
----

Apply electronic fetal monitor, per protocol or as appropriate, to obtain additional information [C0508495] [U000413]
----

Apply emollients to the affected area [C0508496] [U000414]
----

Apply eye shield, as appropriate [C0508497] [U000415]
----

Apply gentle pressure at wrist, hand, or shoulder of seriously ill patient [C0508498] [U000416]
----

Apply grounding pad to dry, intact skin with minimal hair, over large muscle mass, and as close to the operative site as possible [C0508499] [U000417]
----

Apply head covering [C0508500] [U000418]
----

Apply heel protectors, as appropriate [C0508501] [U000419]
----

Apply ice bag covered with a towel to groin and axilla [C0508502] [U000420]
----

Apply ice pack to affected area [C0508503] [U000421]
----

Apply ice packs to axillary area of breasts for 20 min qid and at home, as needed [C0508504] [U000422]
----

Apply ice to fundus [C0508505] [U000423]
----

Apply ice to the affected body part, as appropriate [C0508506] [U000424]
----

Apply internal fetal electrode after rupture of membranes, when necessary for reducing artifact or for evaluation of short-term variability [C0508507] [U000425]
----

Apply internal monitors once the amniotic membranes are ruptured to obtain more information about the fetal heart rate response to uterine activity [C0508508] [U000426]
----

Apply internal uterine pressure catheter after rupture of membranes, when necessary for obtaining pressure data for uterine contractions and resting tone [C0508509] [U000427]
----

Apply lotion [C0508510] [U000428]
----

Apply lubricant to moisten lips and oral mucosa, as needed [C0508511] [U000429]
----

Apply lubricating eyedrops, as appropriate [C0508512] [U000430]
----

Apply lubricating ointment and cream to dry skin areas [C0508513] [U000431]
----

Apply lubricating ointment, as appropriate [C0508514] [U000432]
----

Apply manual pressure over bleeding site, as appropriate [C0508515] [U000433]
----

Apply manual pressure over the bleeding or the potential bleeding area [C0508516] [U000434]
----

Apply mast trousers, as appropriate [C0508517] [U000435]
----

Apply MAST trousers, if appropriate [C0508517] [U000359]
----

Apply mineral oil to scalp, as needed [C0508518] [U000436]
----

Apply mitts, splints, helmets, or restraints to limit mobility and ability to initiate self-harm, as appropriate [C0508519] [U000437]
----

Apply moist heat before massage or during massage to other areas of the body, as indicated [C0508520] [U000438]
----

Apply moisture-absorbing powder, as indicated [C0508522] [U000440]
----

Apply moisture chamber, as appropriate [C0508521] [U000439]
----

Apply ointments, as appropriate [C0508523] [U000441]
----

Apply oxygen at 6 to 8 L, if positioning is ineffective in correcting abnormal or nonreassuring pattern of fetal heart rate [C0508524] [U000442]
----

Apply oxygen, as appropriate [C0508525] [U000443]
----

Apply padding or avoid pressure to superficial nerves [C0508526] [U000444]
----

Apply padding to bony prominences [C0508527] [U000445]
----

Apply patches to cover both eyes, avoiding excessive pressure [C0508528] [U000446]
----

Apply perineal pad [C0508529] [U000447]
----

Apply plastic to cast if close to groin [C0508530] [U000448]
----

Apply pressure bandage over site, as appropriate [C0508531] [U000449]
----

Apply pressure dressing to site of bleeding [C0508532] [U000450]
----

Apply pressure over site for 5 to 15 min [C0508533] [U000451]
----

Apply pressure to site after needle withdrawn [C0508534] [U000452]
----

Apply pressure to umbilicus or clamp vessel with hemostat [C0508535] [U000453]
----

Apply pressure with index finger to reservoir to ensure mixing of medication with cerebral spinal fluid [C0508536] [U000454]
----

Apply protective barriers, such as creams or moisture-absorbing pads, to remove excess moisture, as appropriate [C0508537] [U000455]
----

Apply safety strap and arm restraint, as needed [C0508538] [U000456]
----

Apply saline soaks, as appropriate [C0508539] [U000457]
----

Apply sequential compression device sleeves, as appropriate [C0508540] [U000458]
----

Apply sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to an odiferous cast [C0508541] [U000459]
----

Apply special specimen collection devices, as needed, for infants, toddlers, or impaired adults [C0508542] [U000460]
----

Apply splints to achieve stability of proximal joints involved with fine motor skills, as prescribed [C0508543] [U000461]
----

Apply steady pressure over hypertonic muscle tissue for pain until relaxation is felt or pain is reported to have decreased, usually 15 to 20 seconds [C0508544] [U000462]
----

Apply steady pressure until the nausea subsides or maintain wristbands indefinitely during actual or anticipated nausea [C0508545] [U000463]
----

Apply stimulation directly on or around the affected site, as appropriate [C0508546] [U000464]
----

Apply stockinette cap to prevent heat loss of newborn [C0508547] [U000466]
----

Apply stockinette cap to prevent heat loss [C0508547] [U000465]
----

Apply TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) unit for wound healing enhancement, as appropriate [C0508446] [U000360]
----

Apply tocotransducer snugly to observe contraction frequency and duration [C0508548] [U000467]
----

Apply topical anesthetics, oral protective pastes, and topical or systemic analgesics, as needed [C0508549] [U000468]
----

Apply topical antibiotic to the affected area, as appropriate [C0508550] [U000469]
----

Apply topical antifungal agent to the affected area, as appropriate [C0508551] [U000470]
----

Apply topical antifungal, antibacterial, or antiinflammatory agents to the area, as appropriate [C0508552] [U000471]
----

Apply topical antiinflammatory agent to the affected area, as appropriate [C0508553] [U000472]
----

Apply topical debriding agent to the affected area, as appropriate [C0508554] [U000473]
----

Apply topical debriding agent to the area, as appropriate [C0508554] [U000474]
----

Apply transdermal patches and topical systemic medications to nonhairy areas of the skin, as appropriate [C0508555] [U000475]
----

Apply transparent film occlusive dressing to areas at risk to protect skin from wetness [C0508556] [U000476]
----

Apply ultrasound transducer(s) to area of uterus where fetal heart sounds are audible and trace clearly [C0508557] [U000477]
----

Apply warm compresses, as appropriate [C0508558] [U000478]
----

Apply wrist/leg/chest restraints, as necessary [C0508559] [U000479]
----

Apply, as appropriate, mitts, splints, helmets, or restraints to limit mobility and ability to initiate self-harm [C0508519] [U000480]
----

Apply/provide assistive device (cane, walker, or wheelchair) for ambulation, if the patient is unsteady [C0508560] [U000481]
----

Appraise a patient's adjustment to changes in body image, as indicated [C0508561] [U000482]
----

Appraise and discuss alternative responses to situation [C0508562] [U000483]
----

Appraise family's emotional reaction to patient's condition [C0508563] [U000484]
----

Appraise parent's perceptions of self as individual [C0508566] [U000487]
----

Appraise parent's readiness to learn about infant care [C0508567] [U000488]
----

Appraise parent's skill in performing infant care tasks [C0508568] [U000489]
----

Appraise patient needs/desires for social support [C0508569] [U000490]
----

Appraise patient's health beliefs about physical exercise [C0508570] [U000491]
----

Appraise patient's knowledge of contraception and plans for selecting a contraceptive method [C0508571] [U000492]
----

Appraise sibling's coping with illness of brother or sister [C0508572] [U000493]
----

Appraise stress in sibling related to condition of ill brother or sister [C0508573] [U000494]
----

Appraise the impact of the patient's life situation on roles and relationships [C0508574] [U000495]
----

Appraise the patient's cognitive, psychomotor, and affective abilities/disabilities [C0508575] [U000496]
----

Appraise the patient's current level of exercise and knowledge of prescribed activity/exercise [C0508576] [U000497]
----

Appraise the patient's current level of functioning with regard to each goal [C0508577] [U000498]
----

Appraise the patient's current level of knowledge about prescribed diet [C0508578] [U000499]
----

Appraise the patient's current level of knowledge and understanding of content [C0508579] [U000500]
----

Appraise the patient's current level of knowledge related to specific disease process [C0508580] [U000501]
----

Appraise the patient's educational level [C0508581] [U000502]
----

Appraise the patient's learning style [C0508582] [U000503]
----

Appraise the patient's present knowledge and skill level in relationship to the desired change [C0508583] [U000504]
----

Appraise the patient's reasons for wanting to change [C0508584] [U000505]
----

Appraise the patient's social and physical environment for extent of support of desired behaviors [C0508585] [U000506]
----

Appraise the patient's understanding of the disease process [C0508586] [U000507]
----

Appraise the patient's/significant other's anxiety relating to surgery [C0508587] [U000508]
----

Apprise midwife or physician about outcome of resuscitation measures [C0508588] [U000509]
----

Approach abusive patient behavior in a neutral manner [C0508589] [U000510]
----

Approach patient slowly and from the front [C0508590] [U000511]
----

Approximate patient's regular sleep/wake cycle in planning care [C0508591] [U000512]
----

Arrange availability of blood products for transfusion, if necessary [C0508592] [U000513]
----

Arrange chairs in a circle in close proximity [C0508593] [U000514]
----

Arrange discharge to next level of care [C0508594] [U000515]
----

Arrange exercise and rest periods to avoid fatigue [C0508595] [U000516]
----

Arrange for appropriate home care services, as needed [C0508596] [U000517]
----

Arrange for barber/hair dresser to cut hair, as needed [C0508597] [U000518]
----

Arrange for caregiver support, as appropriate [C0508598] [U000519]
----

Arrange for community transportation, as needed [C0508599] [U000520]
----

Arrange for dental checkups, as needed [C0508600] [U000521]
----

Arrange for equipment needed immediately after surgery [C0508601] [U000522]
----

Arrange for immediate transport of specimen to lab [C0508602] [U000523]
----

Arrange for individual/families transportation to job services, if necessary [C0508603] [U000524]
----

Arrange for ongoing respite care, when indicated and desired [C0508604] [U000525]
----

Arrange for patient to exercise with therapy animals [C0508605] [U000526]
----

Arrange for post-discharge evaluation, as appropriate [C0508606] [U000527]
----

Arrange for routine cleaning of seclusion area [C0508607] [U000528]
----

Arrange for substitute caregiver [C0508608] [U000529]
----

Arrange for use of oxygen devices that facilitate mobility and teach patient accordingly [C0508609] [U000530]
----

Arrange mode of transportation [C0508610] [U000531]
----

Arrange safe transport [C0508612] [U000533]
----

Arrange situations that encourage parent(s) autonomy [C0508613] [U000534]
----

Arrange situations that encourage patient's autonomy [C0508614] [U000535]
----

Arrange the information from simple to complex, known to unknown, or concrete to abstract, as appropriate [C0508615] [U000536]
----

Arrange the information in a logical sequence [C0508616] [U000537]
----

Arrange therapy room so that patient cannot touch any conductive object [C0508617] [U000538]
----

Arrange transport of the specimen to the laboratory [C0508618] [U000539]
----

Arrange transportation to agency providing clothing assistance, as necessary [C0508619] [U000540]
----

Arrange transportation to emergency housing shelter, as appropriate [C0508620] [U000541]
----

As patient coughs, abruptly compress abdomen below the xiphoid with the flat hand, while assisting the patient to flex forward [C0508621] [U000542]
----

Ascertain amount of substance return from body orifice [C0508622] [U000543]
----

Ascertain appropriate temperature of irrigating substance [C0508623] [U000544]
----

Ascertain before birth whether parent(s) has names picked out for both genders [C0508624] [U000545]
----

Ascertain before birth whether parent(s) has names picked out for both sexes [C0508624] [U000546]
----

Ascertain correct placement of intravenous central catheter by x-ray examination [C0508625] [U000547]
----

Ascertain patient and family history of heart disease and dysrhythmias [C0508626] [U000548]
----

Ascertain patient recovery and stability in the immediate postoperative period before transfer of care [C0508627] [U000549]
----

Ascertain patient's food preferences [C0508628] [U000550]
----

Ascertain understanding of English or other language used in community [C0508629] [U000551]
----

Ask about activities preceding onset of preterm labor symptoms [C0508630] [U000552]
----

Ask family members and friends to see the patient one or two at a time, if needed, to reduce stimulation [C0508631] [U000553]
----

Ask family members to participate in homework assignments of experiential activities, such as eating some of their meals together [C0508632] [U000554]
----

Ask open-ended questions about past events [C0508633] [U000555]
----

Ask parent to describe behavioral characteristics of child/children [C0508634] [U000556]
----

Ask parents to describe the characteristics of their adolescent child [C0508635] [U000557]
----

Ask parents to hold and comfort a child, as appropriate [C0508636] [U000558]
----

Ask patient about personal or family history of malignant hyperthermia, unexpected deaths from anesthetic, muscle disorder, or unexplained postoperative fever [C0508637] [U000559]
----

Ask patient or appropriate other to state patient's name [C0508638] [U000560]
----

Ask patient or family about any previous experiences with conscious sedation [C0508639] [U000561]
----

Ask patient preference for order of eating [C0508640] [U000562]
----

Ask patient to hold still while performing venipuncture [C0508641] [U000563]
----

Ask patient to repeat information [C0508642] [U000564]
----

Ask patient to repeat instructions before beginning tasks [C0508643] [U000565]
----

Ask patient/significant others to identify what they can/cannot do about what is happening [C0508644] [U000566]
----

Ask questions one at a time [C0508645] [U000567]
----

Ask the family to bring photo albums or scrapbooks [C0508646] [U000568]
----

Ask the patient to indicate when finished, as appropriate [C0508647] [U000569]
----

Aspirate cerebral spinal fluid before injection of medication and evaluate for blood or cloudy returns [C0508648] [U000570]
----

Aspirate for bone marrow content to confirm needle placement, according to agency protocol [C0508649] [U000571]
----

Aspirate the nasopharynx with a bulb syringe or yank or suction device, as appropriate [C0508650] [U000572]
----

Assemble administration system with filter appropriate for blood product and recipient's immune status [C0508651] [U000573]
----

Assemble appropriate catheterization equipment [C0508652] [U000574]
----

Assemble appropriate equipment [C0508653] [U000575]
----

Assemble equipment [C0508654] [U000576]
----

Assemble equipment and assist with insertion of interpleural catheter, as appropriate [C0508655] [U000577]
----

Assemble equipment, instruments, and supplies for the surgery [C0508656] [U000578]
----

Assess and clinically manage emergence from anesthesia by administering indicated medications, fluids, and ventilatory support [C0508657] [U000579]
----

Assess and maintain an adequate airway, ensuring adequate oxygenation during all phases of anesthesia care [C0508658] [U000580]
----

Assess community resource adequacy to identify strengths and weaknesses [C0508659] [U000581]
----

Assess degree of discomfort or pain [C0508660] [U000582]
----

Assess donor for adverse reactions [C0508661] [U000583]
----

Assess family support for patient who undergoes a loss of a family member or pregnancy loss related to a genetic or birth defect condition [C0508662] [U000584]
----

Assess for confusion, changes in mentation, complaints of dizziness, and syncope [C0508663] [U000585]
----

Assess implications and requirements of proposed policies and standards for quality patient care [C0508665] [U000587]
----

Assess location and extent of edema, if present [C0508666] [U000588]
----

Assess lung sounds after intubation for proper ET tube position [C0508667] [U000589]
----

Assess negative and positive effects of health policies and standards on nursing practice, patient, and cost outcomes [C0508668] [U000590]
----

Assess neurological status before and during procedure [C0508669] [U000591]
----

Assess patency of catheter, noting difficulty in inflow/outflow [C0508670] [U000592]
----

Assess psychological response to situation and availability of support system [C0508672] [U000594]
----

Assess the patient's nutritional status [C0508673] [U000595]
----

Assign consistent caregivers on a daily basis [C0508674] [U000596]
----

Assign patient to a private room if assessed to be at high risk for socially unacceptable sexual behavior [C0508675] [U000597]
----

Assign single room to patient with potential for violence toward others [C0508676] [U000598]
----

Assign the 1 minute Apgar score [C0508677] [U000599]
----

Assist adolescents in choosing an appropriate contraceptive, as appropriate [C0508678] [U000600]
----

Assist adult children to accept elderly parent's dependency and the role changes involved, as appropriate [C0508679] [U000601]
----

Assist caretakers to explore their feelings about relatives or patients in their care and to identify factors that are disturbing and appear to contribute to abusive and neglectful behaviors [C0508680] [U000602]
----

Assist child with sharing and taking turns [C0508681] [U000603]
----

Assist client to access needed health services or equipment [C0508682] [U000604]
----

Assist coach to continue supportive activities [C0508683] [U000605]
----

Assist consumers of health care to be informed of current and proposed changes in health policies and standards and the implications for health outcomes [C0508684] [U000606]
----

Assist delivery of shoulders [C0508685] [U000607]
----

Assist delivery, as appropriate, depending on gestational age of fetus [C0508686] [U000608]
----

Assist each child to become aware of importance as an individual [C0508687] [U000609]
----

Assist family in advocating for child in school system to ensure access to appropriate education programs [C0508688] [U000610]
----

Assist family in altering prescribed therapeutic regime to fit normal schedule, when appropriate [C0508689] [U000611]
----

Assist family in avoiding potentially embarrassing situations with child [C0508690] [U000612]
----

Assist family in developing new support network [C0508691] [U000613]
----

Assist family in identifying hazards in the home and modifying them [C0508692] [U000614]
----

Assist family in identifying support systems used by the family [C0508693] [U000615]
----

Assist family in making changes in home environment that decrease reminders of child's special needs [C0508694] [U000616]
----

Assist family members in finding child care when parent must be absent, as appropriate [C0508695] [U000617]
----

Assist family members in identifying and resolving a conflict in values [C0508696] [U000618]
----

Assist family members through the death and grief processes, as appropriate [C0508697] [U000619]
----

Assist family members to change by changing self as they relate to other family members [C0508698] [U000620]
----

Assist family members to develop realistic expectations of themselves in performance of their roles [C0508699] [U000621]
----

Assist family members to facilitate home visits by patient, when appropriate [C0508700] [U000622]
----

Assist family members to implement normalizing strategies for their situation [C0508701] [U000623]
----

Assist family members to use existing support mechanisms [C0508702] [U000624]
----

Assist family to acquire necessary knowledge, skills, and equipment to sustain their decision about patient care [C0508703] [U000625]
----

Assist family to maintain positive relationships [C0508704] [U000626]
----

Assist family to resolve feelings of guilt [C0508705] [U000627]
----

Assist family to understand it may be impossible for patient to learn new material [C0508706] [U000628]
----

Assist family to view affected child as a child first, rather than a chronically ill or disabled individual [C0508707] [U000629]
----

Assist family with conflict resolution [C0508708] [U000630]
----

Assist family with understanding of and management of unacceptable sexual behaviors [C0508709] [U000631]
----

Assist father/significant other during participation in labor and delivery [C0508710] [U000632]
----

Assist female patient to determine ovulation through basal body temperature, changes in vaginal secretions, and other physiological indicators [C0508711] [U000633]
----

Assist group to review the past history and a member's relationship with the group when someone leaves [C0508712] [U000634]
----

Assist hemiplegic patient to sit with affected arm forward on table [C0508713] [U000635]
----

Assist in associate-learning tasks, such as practice learning and recalling verbal and pictorial information presented, as appropriate [C0508714] [U000636]
----

Assist in developing well-balanced meal plans consistent with level of energy expenditure [C0508716] [U000638]
----

Assist in development of new coping and problem-solving skills, as needed [C0508717] [U000639]
----

Assist in dressing in clothing that is safe and in removing jewelry and eyeglasses [C0508718] [U000640]
----

Assist in estimating blood loss [C0508719] [U000641]
----

Assist in evaluation of the possible consequences of the various courses of action [C0508720] [U000642]
----

Assist in formulating a time frame for implementation of chosen course of action [C0508721] [U000643]
----

Assist in identification of alternative courses of action to resolve the crisis [C0508722] [U000644]
----

Assist in identification of available resources and personal strengths/abilities that can be used in modifying the precipitants of dysfunctional mood [C0508723] [U000645]
----

Assist in identification of available support systems [C0508724] [U000646]
----

Assist in identification of past/present coping skills and their effectiveness [C0508725] [U000647]
----

Assist in identification of personal strengths and abilities that can be used in resolving the crisis [C0508726] [U000648]
----

Assist in identification of the precipitants and dynamics of the crisis [C0508727] [U000649]
----

Assist in identifying a positive role model for maintaining the exercise program [C0508728] [U000650]
----

Assist in identifying modifications needed in life-style [C0508729] [U000651]
----

Assist in keeping infant alive until parents arrive [C0508730] [U000652]
----

Assist in obtaining resources required for the recreational activity [C0508731] [U000653]
----

Assist in obtaining transportation to recreational activities [C0508732] [U000654]
----

Assist in performing leg exercises until effects of anesthetic wear off [C0508733] [U000655]
----

Assist in preoperative workup, as appropriate, helping to explain the tests and reduce anxiety for the patient who will undergo surgical repair [C0508734] [U000656]
----

Assist in selection of activities according to amount of desired energy expenditure [C0508735] [U000657]
----

Assist in setting realistic goals to achieve higher self-esteem [C0508736] [U000658]
----

Assist in the organization of post-activities for teenagers for such functions as prom and homecoming [C0508737] [U000659]
----

Assist in the transfer of the patient from the stretcher to the operating room table [C0508738] [U000660]
----

Assist in transferring patient to the cart or bed and transport to appropriate postanesthesia or postoperative area [C0508739] [U000661]
----

Assist individual to complete forms for assistance, such as housing and financial aid, as needed [C0508740] [U000662]
----

Assist individuals to redefine concepts of success and failure, as needed [C0508743] [U000665]
----

Assist individuals, families, and communities in clarifying health beliefs and values [C0508744] [U000666]
----

Assist individual/families to complete forms for assistance, such as housing and financial aid [C0508741] [U000663]
----

Assist individual/families to reach free health clinics [C0508742] [U000664]
----

Assist labor coach or family in providing comfort and support during labor [C0508745] [U000667]
----

Assist member to terminate from the group, if appropriate [C0508746] [U000668]
----

Assist members in the process of exploration and acceptance of any anger felt toward the group leader and others [C0508747] [U000669]
----

Assist mother to recover from anesthesic, as appropriate [C0508748] [U000670]
----

Assist or intubate patient [C0508749] [U000671]
----

Assist out-of-town individuals in locating housing while participating in the program [C0508750] [U000672]
----

Assist parent to select a physician or clinic to receive child health supervision for newborn [C0508751] [U000673]
----

Assist parents in anticipating safety hazards in home environment and how these change as child develops mobility during the first year [C0508757] [U000679]
----

Assist parents in articulating ways to integrate infant into family system [C0508758] [U000680]
----

Assist parents in describing infant's temperament and planning care and activities that complement infant's behavioral style [C0508759] [U000681]
----

Assist parents in identifying age-appropriate tasks for which child could be responsible, as appropriate [C0508760] [U000682]
----

Assist parents in identifying infant arousal cues as opportunities to practice breastfeeding [C0508761] [U000683]
----

Assist parents in interpreting infant cues, nonverbal cues, crying, and vocalizations [C0508762] [U000684]
----

Assist parents in learning to take infant's temperature [C0508763] [U000685]
----

Assist parents to identify reasons for their responses to adolescents [C0508764] [U000686]
----

Assist parent(s) in interpreting infant cues [C0508752] [U000674]
----

Assist parent(s) in planning for early discharge [C0508753] [U000675]
----

Assist parent(s) in planning infant care during alert state [C0508754] [U000676]
----

Assist parent(s) to identify behavioral characteristics of infant [C0508755] [U000677]
----

Assist parent(s) to participate in infant care [C0508756] [U000678]
----

Assist patient and family in understanding treatment options [C0508766] [U000688]
----

Assist patient and family to calculate appropriate concentration of drug to fluid, considering the amount of fluid delivered per hour via the PCA device [C0508767] [U000689]
----

Assist patient and family to seek and provide support [C0508768] [U000690]
----

Assist patient and involved others (family, employers, and teachers) to adapt the home, work, or school environment(s) to accommodate limitations imposed by chronic inattention and overactivity [C0508769] [U000691]
----

Assist patient and significant other to develop realistic expectations of themselves in performance of their roles [C0508770] [U000692]
----

Assist patient at risk for anorexia or bulemia to develop more realistic body image expectations [C0508771] [U000693]
----

Assist patient in accepting dependency needs [C0508772] [U000694]
----

Assist patient in adjusting to loss of her fantasized child and accepting the child she has given birth to, as appropriate [C0508773] [U000695]
----

Assist patient in gathering belongings, as appropriate [C0508774] [U000696]
----

Assist patient in identifying parts of body that have positive perceptions associated with them [C0508775] [U000697]
----

Assist patient in identifying positive responses from others [C0508776] [U000698]
----

Assist patient in identifying the health practices he/she wishes to change [C0508777] [U000700]
----

Assist patient in identifying the perceived stressors (e.g., situations, events, and interactions with other people) that contributed to stress [C0508778] [U000701]
----

Assist patient in identifying the source of anger [C0508779] [U000702]
----

Assist patient in identifying support system [C0509023] [U000699]
----

Assist patient in labeling the painful emotion (e.g., anger, anxiety, and hopelessness) that he/she is feeling [C0508780] [U000703]
----

Assist patient in managing changes associated with pregnancy [C0508781] [U000704]
----

Assist patient in managing fatigue by planning frequent rest periods, spacing activities, and limiting daily demands, as appropriate [C0508782] [U000705]
----

Assist patient in obtaining a wig or other head-covering device, as appropriate [C0508783] [U000706]
----

Assist patient in obtaining ostomy/ileostomy equipment [C0508784] [U000707]
----

Assist patient in performing stress-reduction techniques [C0508785] [U000708]
----

Assist patient in planning for hair loss, as appropriate, by teaching about available alternatives, such as wigs, scarfs, hats, and turbans. [C0508786] [U000709]
----

Assist patient in planning strategies to prepare siblings for newborn [C0508787] [U000710]
----

Assist patient in planning strategies to prevent the inappropriate expression of anger [C0508788] [U000711]
----

Assist patient in providing ostomy/ileostomy self-care [C0508789] [U000712]
----

Assist patient in receiving help from appropriate community nutritional programs, as needed [C0508790] [U000713]
----

Assist patient in receiving occupational support for fertility treatment [C0508791] [U000714]
----

Assist patient in receiving pain management techniques that are effective and acceptable to patient [C0508792] [U000715]
----

Assist patient in recognizing feelings, such as anxiety, anger, or sadness [C0508793] [U000716]
----

Assist patient in setting new goals to learn how to "see" with other senses [C0508795] [U000718]
----

Assist patient in stating feelings and concerns about achievement of goals [C0508796] [U000719]
----

Assist patient in taking medication [C0508797] [U000720]
----

Assist patient onto cart for transport, as appropriate [C0508798] [U000721]
----

Assist patient or family member to administer an appropriate bolus loading dose of analgesic [C0508799] [U000722]
----

Assist patient through grieving process [C0508800] [U000723]
----

Assist patient to a sitting position before eating or feeding [C0508801] [U000724]
----

Assist patient to a sitting position with head slightly flexed, shoulders relaxed, and knees flexed [C0508802] [U000725]
----

Assist patient to accept dependency on others, as appropriate [C0508803] [U000727]
----

Assist patient to accept dependence on others, as appropriate [C0508803] [U000726]
----

Assist patient to ambulate at regular intervals [C0508804] [U000728]
----

Assist patient to ambulate using your body as a human crutch, as appropriate [C0508805] [U000729]
----

Assist patient to apply nail polish, as desired [C0508806] [U000730]
----

Assist patient to articulate a realistic description of an upcoming event [C0508807] [U000731]
----

Assist patient to avoid or eliminate stressors that precipitate delusions [C0508808] [U000732]
----

Assist patient to bathe and groom affected side first, as patient demonstrates an ability to compensate for neglect [C0508809] [U000733]
----

Assist patient to be aware of negative self-statements [C0508810] [U000734]
----

Assist patient to change view of self as victim by defining own rights, as appropriate [C0508811] [U000735]
----

Assist patient to choose recreational activities consistent with physical, psychological, and social capabilities [C0508812] [U000736]
----

Assist patient to choose the most beneficial course of action [C0508813] [U000737]
----

Assist patient to come out of the trance at own pace, as appropriate [C0508814] [U000738]
----

Assist patient to cough, deep breathe, and turn every 2 hr [C0508816] [U000740]
----

Assist patient to decide on a particular course of action [C0508817] [U000741]
----

Assist patient to develop a schedule for active ROM exercises [C0508818] [U000742]
----

Assist patient to develop a self-esteem that is compatible with a healthy body weight [C0508819] [U000743]
----

Assist patient to develop an appropriate exercise program to meet needs [C0508820] [U000744]
----

Assist patient to develop and use social support system [C0508821] [U000745]
----

Assist patient to develop exercise protocol for strength, endurance, and flexibility [C0508822] [U000746]
----

Assist patient to develop self-motivation and reinforcement [C0508823] [U000747]
----

Assist patient to discuss changes caused by a normal pregnancy, as appropriate [C0508824] [U000748]
----

Assist patient to discuss changes caused by aging, as appropriate [C0508825] [U000749]
----

Assist patient to discuss changes caused by illness or surgery, as appropriate [C0508826] [U000750]
----

Assist patient to discuss changes caused by puberty, as appropriate [C0508827] [U000751]
----

Assist patient to distinguish between thought and reality [C0508828] [U000752]
----

Assist patient to escape to a pleasant place, using guided imagery [C0508829] [U000753]
----

Assist patient to establish realistic increments in distance for ambulation [C0508830] [U000754]
----

Assist patient to evaluate how unsuccessful outcomes could have been avoided by different behavioral choices [C0508831] [U000755]
----

Assist patient to evaluate the appropriateness/consequences of choices about eating and physical activity [C0508832] [U000756]
----

Assist patient to evaluate the outcome of the chosen course of action [C0508833] [U000757]
----

Assist patient to formulate realistic, measurable goals [C0508834] [U000758]
----

Assist patient to identify positive responses from others [C0508776] [U000775]
----

Assist patient to identify aspects of precipitants that can/cannot be changed [C0508835] [U000759]
----

Assist patient to identify behaviors needed for new or changed roles [C0508836] [U000760]
----

Assist patient to identify behaviors that are self-destructive [C0508837] [U000761]
----

Assist patient to identify courses of possible action and their costs/benefits [C0508838] [U000762]
----

Assist patient to identify desired outcomes for problematic interpersonal relationships or situations [C0508839] [U000763]
----

Assist patient to identify feelings such as anger, anxiety, hostility, or sadness that impede ability to interact with others [C0508840] [U000764]
----

Assist patient to identify feelings underlying the dysfunctional mood [C0508841] [U000765]
----

Assist patient to identify guilty feelings [C0508842] [U000766]
----

Assist patient to identify interpersonal problems resulting from social skill deficits [C0508843] [U000767]
----

Assist patient to identify life priorities [C0508844] [U000768]
----

Assist patient to identify meaningful activities [C0508845] [U000769]
----

Assist patient to identify meaningful recreational activities [C0508846] [U000770]
----

Assist patient to identify more appropriate coping strategies that could have been used and their consequences [C0508847] [U000771]
----

Assist patient to identify motivation for eating and internal and external cues associated with eating [C0508848] [U000772]
----

Assist patient to identify own faulty interpretations about the perceived stressors [C0508849] [U000773]
----

Assist patient to identify positive attributes of self [C0508850] [U000774]
----

Assist patient to identify positive strategies for managing role changes [C0508851] [U000776]
----

Assist patient to identify possible courses of action and their social/interpersonal consequences [C0508852] [U000777]
----

Assist patient to identify preferences for activity [C0508854] [U000779]
----

Assist patient to identify role insufficiency [C0508855] [U000780]
----

Assist patient to identify role transition periods throughout the lifespan [C0508856] [U000781]
----

Assist patient to identify significance of culture, religion, race, gender, and age on self-esteem [C0508857] [U000782]
----

Assist patient to identify situations and/or feelings that may prompt self-harm [C0508858] [U000783]
----

Assist patient to identify situations where it is socially unacceptable to discuss delusions [C0508859] [U000784]
----

Assist patient to identify source of motivation [C0508860] [U000785]
----

Assist patient to identify specific activities that have triggered rectal prolapse episodes in the past [C0508861] [U000786]
----

Assist patient to identify specific role changes required due to illness or disability [C0508862] [U000787]
----

Assist patient to identify strengths, and reinforce these [C0508863] [U000788]
----

Assist patient to identify substitute tension-reducing strategies [C0508864] [U000789]
----

Assist patient to identify the behavioral steps for the targeted social skill(s) [C0508865] [U000790]
----

Assist patient to identify the impact of illness on self-concept [C0508866] [U000791]
----

Assist patient to identify the impact of peer group on feelings of self-worth [C0508867] [U000792]
----

Assist patient to identify the negative effects of chemical dependency on health, family, and daily functioning [C0508868] [U000793]
----

Assist patient to identify the problem or situation that is causing the distress [C0508869] [U000794]
----

Assist patient to identify the problem or situation that requires thoughtful action [C0508870] [U000795]
----

Assist patient to identify the values that contribute to self-concept [C0508871] [U000796]
----

Assist patient to identify trigger situations and feelings that prompted self-harmful behavior [C0508872] [U000797]
----

Assist patient to identify usual coping responses [C0508873] [U000798]
----

Assist patient to identify usual feelings about self [C0508874] [U000799]
----

Assist patient to identify usual role in family [C0508875] [U000800]
----

Assist patient to identify various roles in life [C0508876] [U000801]
----

Assist patient to imagine how a particular situation might occur and how a role would evolve [C0508877] [U000802]
----

Assist patient to learn alternate methods of coping with stress or emotional distress [C0508878] [U000803]
----

Assist patient to learn to modify bodily responses to equipment cues [C0508879] [U000804]
----

Assist patient to limit daytime sleep by providing activity that promotes wakefulness, as appropriate [C0508880] [U000805]
----

Assist patient to list and prioritize all possible alternatives to a problem [C0508881] [U000806]
----

Assist patient to maintain adequate hydration and nutritional status [C0508883] [U000808]
----

Assist patient to maintain positioning during procedure [C0508884] [U000809]
----

Assist patient to modify inappropriate behavior, when possible [C0508885] [U000810]
----

Assist patient to move to sitting position, stabilize trunk with arms placed at side on bed/chair, and rock trunk over supporting arms [C0508886] [U000811]
----

Assist patient to optimal body position for passive/active joint movement [C0508887] [U000812]
----

Assist patient to participate in stretching exercises while lying, sitting, or standing [C0508888] [U000813]
----

Assist patient to perform flexion exercises to facilitate back mobility, as indicated [C0508889] [U000814]
----

Assist patient to place food at back of mouth and on unaffected side [C0508890] [U000815]
----

Assist patient to practice standing with eyes closed for short periods at regular intervals to stimulate proprioception [C0508892] [U000817]
----

Assist patient to prepare and maintain a progress graph/chart to motivate adherence with exercise protocol [C0508893] [U000818]
----

Assist patient to prepare and maintain a progress graph/chart to motivate adherence with the exercise program [C0508894] [U000819]
----

Assist patient to properly express and relieve anger in appropriate ways [C0508895] [U000820]
----

Assist patient to realize that everyone is unique [C0508896] [U000821]
----

Assist patient to record what is usually eaten in a 24-hr period [C0508897] [U000822]
----

Assist patient to reexamine negative perceptions of self [C0508898] [U000823]
----

Assist patient to remove food particles from lips and chin, if unable to extend tongue [C0508899] [U000824]
----

Assist patient to replace faulty interpretations with more reality-based interpretations of stressful situations, events, and interactions [C0508900] [U000825]
----

Assist patient to rock trunk while in a sitting position without using extremities [C0508901] [U000826]
----

Assist patient to role play the behavioral steps [C0508902] [U000827]
----

Assist patient to schedule regular periods for the exercise program into weekly routine [C0508903] [U000828]
----

Assist patient to schedule rest periods [C0508904] [U000829]
----

Assist patient to schedule specific periods for diversional activity into daily routine [C0508905] [U000830]
----

Assist patient to select an alternative activity that is incompatible with the substance abused [C0150359] [U000833]
Supportive care of patient/family members with physical and psychosocial problems associated with the use of alcohol or drugs

Assist patient to select a method of instruction, such as progressive relaxation, visual imagery, or rhythmical talking [C0508907] [U000832]
----

Assist patient to select soft, bland, and nonacidic foods, as appropriate [C0508908] [U000835]
----

Assist patient to select soft, bland, and nonacidic foods [C0508908] [U000834]
----

Assist patient to select warm-up activities before beginning exercise or work not done routinely [C0508909] [U000836]
----

Assist patient to self-monitor by developing and using a written record of calorie intake and energy expenditure, as appropriate [C0508910] [U000837]
----

Assist patient to separate physical appearance from feelings of personal worth, as appropriate [C0508911] [U000838]
----

Assist patient to set short-term and long-term goals for the exercise program [C0508912] [U000839]
----

Assist patient to sit in an erect position for feeding/exercise [C0508913] [U000840]
----

Assist patient to sit on side of bed ("dangle"), if unable to transfer or walk [C0508914] [U000841]
----

Assist patient to sit on side of bed to facilitate postural adjustments [C0508915] [U000842]
----

Assist patient to sitting/standing position for exercise protocol, as appropriate [C0508916] [U000843]
----

Assist patient to stand and ambulate specified distance and with specified number of staff [C0508917] [U000844]
----

Assist patient to toilet and prompt to void at prescribed intervals [C0508918] [U000845]
----

Assist patient to toilet/commode/bedpan/fracture pan/urinal at specified intervals [C0508919] [U000846]
----

Assist patient to tolerate increased levels of stress, as appropriate [C0508920] [U000847]
----

Assist patient to transfer, as needed [C0508921] [U000848]
----

Assist patient to use all senses during the process [C0508922] [U000849]
----

Assist patient to use coping responses that have been successful in the past [C0508923] [U000850]
----

Assist patient to use footwear that facilitates walking and prevents injury [C0508924] [U000851]
----

Assist patient to use inhalants as prescribed [C0508925] [U000852]
----

Assist patient to voice concerns to physician [C0508927] [U000854]
----

Assist patient with activities of daily living from affected side, as patient demonstrates an ability to compensate for neglect [C0508928] [U000855]
----

Assist patient with ambulation in case of postural hypotension [C0508929] [U000856]
----

Assist patient with any self-help methods [C0508930] [U000857]
----

Assist patient with development of toileting routine, as appropriate [C0508931] [U000858]
----

Assist patient with ingestion of medications, as appropriate [C0508932] [U000859]
----

Assist patient with initial ambulation and as needed [C0508933] [U000860]
----

Assist patient with oral care, as appropriate [C0508934] [U000861]
----

Assist patient with passive or active range of motion, as appropriate [C0508935] [U000862]
----

Assist patient with position for delivery [C0508936] [U000863]
----

Assist patient with range-of-motion exercises, as needed [C0508937] [U000864]
----

Assist patient with/encourage patient to use warm-up and cool-down activities before and after exercise protocol [C0508938] [U000865]
----

Assist patient (and significant others, as appropriate) to examine and resolve personal issues that may contribute to the eating disorder [C0508765] [U000687]
----

Assist patients in identifying inadequate and harmful care arrangements and help them and their family members identify mechanisms for addressing these problems [C0508953] [U000880]
----

Assist patients to complete study questionnaires or other data collection tool, as requested [C0508954] [U000881]
----

Assist patients to focus on life areas of success unrelated to fertility status [C0508955] [U000882]
----

Assist patients to identify actions that will enhance appearance [C0508956] [U000883]
----

Assist patients to identify areas in which they could readily assume more responsibility [C0508957] [U000884]
----

Assist patient, as appropriate, with impulse control training [C0508940] [U000867]
----

Assist patient, when necessary and appropriate, to show the desired behaviors [C0508941] [U000868]
----

Assist patient/caregiver to make prescribed revisions in home exercise plan, as indicated [C0508942] [U000869]
----

Assist patient/family members to identify their behaviors in the guilt situation [C0508943] [U000870]
----

Assist patient/family to adapt environment to accommodate desired activity [C0508944] [U000871]
----

Assist patient/family to identify appropriate posture exercises [C0508945] [U000872]
----

Assist patient/family to identify areas of hope in life [C0508946] [U000873]
----

Assist patient/family to identify deficits in activity level [C0508947] [U000874]
----

Assist patient/family to identify deficits in mobility [C0508948] [U000875]
----

Assist patient/family to identify use of denial as a substitute for confronting the problem [C0508949] [U000876]
----

Assist patient/family to monitor own progress toward goal achievement [C0508950] [U000877]
----

Assist patient/family/significant others in planning for the supportive environment necessary to provide the patient's post-hospital care [C0508951] [U000878]
----

Assist patient/family/significant others to prepare for discharge [C0508952] [U000879]
----

Assist physician to prick the area or remove the nail plate, as appropriate [C0508958] [U000885]
----

Assist physician with the provision of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatments, when they are indicated [C0508959] [U000886]
----

Assist primary caregiver to acquire needed care delivery supplies [C0508960] [U000887]
----

Assist primary practitioner with packing uterus, evacuating hematoma, or suturing lacerations, as appropriate [C0508961] [U000888]
----

Assist sibling to clarify and explore concerns [C0508962] [U000889]
----

Assist sibling to maintain and/or modify usual routines and activities of daily living, as necessary [C0508963] [U000890]
----

Assist student with new procedures, as appropriate [C0508964] [U000891]
----

Assist students to locate needed supplies, as appropriate [C0508965] [U000892]
----

Assist students to use policy and procedure manuals, as appropriate [C0508966] [U000893]
----

Assist the child to clarify misconceptions [C0508967] [U000894]
----

Assist the dying person with unfinished business [C0508968] [U000895]
----

Assist the group in forming therapeutic norms [C0508969] [U000896]
----

Assist the group to progress through the stages of group development: from orientation through cohesiveness to termination [C0508970] [U000897]
----

Assist the hospitalized patient to apply cosmetics before seeing visitors, as appropriate [C0508971] [U000898]
----

Assist the patient and family in setting appropriate demand doses on the PCA device [C0508972] [U000899]
----

Assist the patient and family members in making necessary life-style adjustments associated with certain medications, as appropriate [C0508973] [U000900]
----

Assist the patient and family to set the appropriate lockout interval on the PCA device [C0508974] [U000901]
----

Assist the patient in appraising the physical, social, and interpersonal settings for the existence of cues/triggers [C0508975] [U000902]
----

Assist the patient in assigning priority to activities to accommodate energy levels [C0508976] [U000903]
----

Assist the patient in breaking down complex goals into small, manageable steps [C0508977] [U000904]
----

Assist the patient in developing a list of valued extrinsic and intrinsic rewards [C0508978] [U000905]
----

Assist the patient in developing a plan to meet the goals [C0508979] [U000906]
----

Assist the patient in developing an objective appraisal of the event [C0508981] [U000908]
----

Assist the patient in developing some form of flow chart to assist in tracking the progress toward goals [C0508982] [U000909]
----

Assist the patient in evaluating progress by comparing records of previous behavior with present behavior [C0508983] [U000910]
----

Assist the patient in examining available resources to meet the goals [C0508984] [U000911]
----

Assist the patient in formulating a systematic plan for behavior change [C0508985] [U000912]
----

Assist the patient in identifying a specific goal for change [C0508986] [U000913]
----

Assist the patient in identifying a specific measurement indicator (e.g., behavior or social event) for each goal [C0508987] [U000914]
----

Assist the patient in identifying appropriate short- and long-term goals [C0508988] [U000915]
----

Assist the patient in identifying even small successes [C0508989] [U000916]
----

Assist the patient in identifying methods of controlling behavioral cues [C0508992] [U000919]
----

Assist the patient in identifying methods of overcoming environmental circumstances that may interfere with goal achievement [C0508993] [U000920]
----

Assist the patient in identifying present circumstances in the environment that may interfere with the achievement of goals [C0508994] [U000921]
----

Assist the patient in identifying realistic, attainable goals [C0508995] [U000922]
----

Assist the patient in identifying target behaviors that need to change to achieve the desired goal [C0508996] [U000923]
----

Assist the patient in identifying the frequency with which specific behaviors occur [C0508998] [U000925]
----

Assist the patient in prioritizing (weighting) identified goals [C0508999] [U000926]
----

Assist the patient in prioritizing activities used for goal achievement [C0509000] [U000927]
----

Assist the patient in securing tube(s) and/or drainage devices while walking, sitting, and standing, as appropriate [C0509001] [U000928]
----

Assist the patient in setting realistic time limits [C0509002] [U000929]
----

Assist the patient in setting time or frequency requirements for performance of behaviors/actions [C0509003] [U000930]
----

Assist the patient in specifying the time in which each indicator will be measured [C0509004] [U000931]
----

Assist the patient in substituting ingredients to conform favorite recipes to the prescribed diet [C0509005] [U000932]
----

Assist the patient to accept leeches as a therapeutic treatment [C0509006] [U000933]
----

Assist the patient to accommodate food preferences into the prescribed diet [C0509007] [U000934]
----

Assist the patient to adapt to anticipated role changes [C0509008] [U000935]
----

Assist the patient to clarify misconceptions [C0509009] [U000936]
----

Assist the patient to deal with intense emotions (e.g., anxiety, grief, and anger), as appropriate [C0509010] [U000937]
----

Assist the patient to decide how the problem will be solved [C0509011] [U000938]
----

Assist the patient to decide who will solve the problem [C0509012] [U000939]
----

Assist the patient to determine whether moderation is an acceptable goal, considering health status [C0509013] [U000940]
----

Assist the patient to develop a method of ending the imagery technique, such as counting slowly while breathing deeply, slow movements, and thoughts of being relaxed, refreshed, and alert [C0509014] [U000941]
----

Assist the patient to develop a written medication schedule [C0509015] [U000942]
----

Assist the patient to develop confidence in ability, as appropriate [C0509016] [U000943]
----

Assist the patient to devise and revise goals related to the hope object [C0509017] [U000944]
----

Assist the patient to discuss stressors affecting body image due to congenital condition, injury, disease, or surgery [C0509018] [U000945]
----

Assist the patient to distinguish spontaneous breaths from mechanically-delivered breaths [C0509019] [U000946]
----

Assist the patient to evaluate the amount of time spent using the substance and the usual patterns within the day [C0509020] [U000947]
----

Assist the patient to grieve and work through the losses of chronic illness and/or disability, if appropriate [C0509021] [U000948]
----

Assist the patient to identify available resources and options for course of action, as appropriate [C0509022] [U000949]
----

Assist the patient to identify available support systems [C0509023] [U000950]
----

Assist the patient to identify other means of relieving frustrations and increasing self-esteem [C0509024] [U000951]
----

Assist the patient to identify positive strategies to deal with limitations and manage needed life-style or role changes [C0509025] [U000952]
----

Assist the patient to identify possible upcoming, developmental, and/or situational crisis, and the effects the crisis may have on personal and family life [C0509026] [U000953]
----

Assist the patient to identify tasks that family and friends can perform in the home to prevent/relieve fatigue [C0509027] [U000954]
----

Assist the patient to identify the initial reaction to the loss [C0509028] [U000955]
----

Assist the patient to identify the nature of the attachment to the lost object or person [C0509029] [U000956]
----

Assist the patient to incorporate activity/exercise regimen into daily routine/life-style [C0509030] [U000957]
----

Assist the patient to properly alternate periods of rest and activity [C0509031] [U000958]
----

Assist the patient to realize ability to control the progression of the illness, as appropriate [C0509032] [U000959]
----

Assist the patient to realize susceptibility to complications, as appropriate [C0509033] [U000960]
----

Assist the patient to realize the severity of the illness, as appropriate [C0509034] [U000961]
----

Assist the patient to recognize that drugs provide a sense of assertiveness, heightened self-esteem, and frustration tolerance [C0509035] [U000962]
----

Assist the patient to see alternative actions that are less risky to life-style, as appropriate [C0509036] [U000963]
----

Assist the patient to solve problems in a constructive manner [C0509037] [U000964]
----

Assist the patient/significant other to establish realistic activity goals [C0509039] [U000966]
----

Assist to avoid sitting in the same position for prolonged periods [C0509040] [U000967]
----

Assist to choose activities consistent with physical, psychological, and social capabilities [C0509041] [U000968]
----

Assist to demonstrate appropriate sleeping positions [C0509042] [U000969]
----

Assist to determine the influence of a peer group on the patient's perception of present body image [C0509043] [U000970]
----

Assist to develop a schedule for exercise consistent with age, physical status, goals, motivation, and life-style [C0509044] [U000971]
----

Assist to develop an exercise plan that incorporates an orderly sequence of stretching movements, increments in the duration of the hold phase of the movement, and increments in number of repetitions for each slow-stretch-hold movement, consistent with level of musculoskeletal fitness or presence of pathology [C0509045] [U000972]
----

Assist to develop realistic short and long-term goal(s), based on current fitness level and life-style [C0509046] [U000973]
----

Assist to develop/maintain a sense of hope [C0509047] [U000974]
----

Assist to eliminate stressful situations before bedtime [C0509048] [U000975]
----

Assist to explore own beliefs, motivation, and level of neuromusculoskeletal fitness [C0509049] [U000976]
----

Assist to explore the personal meaning of favorite recreational activities [C0509050] [U000977]
----

Assist to explore the personal meaning of usual activity (e.g., work) and/or favorite leisure activities [C0509051] [U000978]
----

Assist to focus on what patient can do, rather than on deficits [C0509052] [U000979]
----

Assist to identify and obtain resources required for the desired activity [C0509053] [U000980]
----

Assist to identify personal coping strategies [C0509054] [U000981]
----

Assist to maintain adequate caloric and fluid intake [C0509055] [U000982]
----

Assist to maintain trunk and/or proximal joint stability during motor activity [C0509056] [U000983]
----

Assist to obtain transportation to activities, as appropriate [C0509057] [U000984]
----

Assist to select appropriate incontinence garment/pad for short-term management while more definitive treatment is designed [C0509058] [U000985]
----

Assist to stand (or sit) and rock body from side to side to stimulate balance mechanisms [C0509059] [U000986]
----

Assist unsteady individual with ambulation [C0509060] [U000987]
----

Assist with activities of daily living, as appropriate [C0509063] [U000991]
----

Assist with activities of daily living [C0509063] [U000990]
----

Assist with adjusting diets to life-style and activity level [C0509064] [U000992]
----

Assist with Allen test for evaluation of collateral ulnar circulation before radial artery cannulation, if appropriate [C0509061] [U000988]
----

Assist with allergy testing, as appropriate [C0509066] [U000994]
----

Assist with ambulation if orthostatic hypotension is present [C0509067] [U000995]
----

Assist with amniotomy of additional amniotic membranes, as needed [C0509068] [U000996]
----

Assist with application of forceps or vacuum extractor, as needed [C0509069] [U000997]
----

Assist with arterial and central venous pressure line insertion [C0509070] [U000998]
----

Assist with aspiration of fluid from a body cavity, as appropriate [C0509071] [U000999]
----

Assist with basic care, as needed [C0509072] [U001000]
----

Assist with brushing teeth and rinsing mouth, according to patient's self-care ability [C0509073] [U001001]
----

Assist with chair shower, tub bath, bedside bath, standing shower, or sitz bath, as appropriate or desired [C0509074] [U001002]
----

Assist with chest x-ray examination after insertion of pulmonary artery catheter [C0509075] [U001003]
----

Assist with chest x-ray examination, as needed, to monitor position of tube [C0509076] [U001004]
----

Assist with creating a timetable to guide increased responsibility in the future [C0509077] [U001005]
----

Assist with cutting out and gluing various shapes [C0509078] [U001006]
----

Assist with decision to keep or relinquish infant [C0509079] [U001007]
----

Assist with denture care, as needed [C0509080] [U001008]
----

Assist with dialysis (e.g., hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis), as appropriate [C0509082] [U001010]
----

Assist with draping the patient, ensuring protection of eyes and minimizing pressure to body parts [C0509083] [U001011]
----

Assist with eating or feed patient, as appropriate [C0509084] [U001012]
----

Assist with emergent tracheostomy by setting up appropriate support equipment, administering medications, providing a sterile environment, and monitoring for changes in the patient's condition [C0509085] [U001013]
----

Assist with expressions of grief and disappointment and feelings of failure [C0509086] [U001014]
----

Assist with fertilization procedures [C0509087] [U001015]
----

Assist with freezing and preservation of embryos, as indicated [C0509090] [U001018]
----

Assist with frequent position changes, as appropriate [C0509091] [U001019]
----

Assist with gowning and gloving of team members [C0509092] [U001020]
----

Assist with hormonal and ultrasound monitoring of early pregnancy [C0509093] [U001021]
----

Assist with hygiene [C0509094] [U001022]
----

Assist with ICP monitoring device insertion [C0509062] [U000989]
----

Assist with incentive spirometer, as appropriate [C0509096] [U001024]
----

Assist with insertion and removal of invasive hemodynamic lines [C0509097] [U001025]
----

Assist with insertion of an endotracheal tube by gathering necessary intubation and emergency equipment, positioning patient, administering medications as ordered, and monitoring the patient for complications during insertion [C0509098] [U001026]
----

Assist with insertion of central line [C0509099] [U001027]
----

Assist with insertion of endotracheal tube [C0509100] [U001028]
----

Assist with insertion of intraosseous lines [C0509101] [U001029]
----

Assist with insertion of temporary transvenous or external pacemaker, as appropriate [C0509102] [U001030]
----

Assist with insertion or implantation of the device [C0509103] [U001031]
----

Assist with locating needed supplies [C0509104] [U001032]
----

Assist with needs related to nutrition, elimination, hydration, and personal hygiene [C0509105] [U001033]
----

Assist with neonatal resuscitation, as needed [C0509106] [U001034]
----

Assist with neonatal transfer or transport, as appropriate [C0509107] [U001035]
----

Assist with new procedures, as appropriate [C0509108] [U001036]
----

Assist with open chest massage, as appropriate [C0509109] [U001037]
----

Assist with performance of diagnostic tests, as indicated by the patient's condition [C0509111] [U001039]
----

Assist with performing chest x-ray examination after intubation [C0509112] [U001040]
----

Assist with perineal care, as needed [C0509113] [U001041]
----

Assist with periodic changes in body position [C0509114] [U001042]
----

Assist with prescription refills, according to established protocols [C0509115] [U001043]
----

Assist with problem solving to help couple evaluate alternatives to biologic parenthood [C0509116] [U001044]
----

Assist with regional analgesia/anesthesia, as appropriate [C0509117] [U001045]
----

Assist with regular physical activities (e.g., ambulation, transfers, turning, and personal care), as needed [C0509118] [U001046]
----

Assist with regular rhythmic joint motion within limits of pain, endurance, and joint mobility [C0509119] [U001047]
----

Assist with removal of equipment, supplies, and instruments after surgery [C0509120] [U001048]
----

Assist with restoration of full range of activities of daily living, as possible [C0509121] [U001049]
----

Assist with self-care, as needed [C0509122] [U001050]
----

Assist with spatial organization [C0509123] [U001051]
----

Assist with the biopsy of a tissue or organ, as appropriate [C0509124] [U001052]
----

Assist with the completion of claim forms, as needed [C0509125] [U001053]
----

Assist with the provision of "phototherapy" to elevate mood [C0509126] [U001054]
----

Assist with toileting at frequent, scheduled intervals [C0509127] [U001055]
----

Assist with toileting at regular intervals, as appropriate [C0509128] [U001056]
----

Assure family that best care possible is being given to patient [C0509129] [U001057]
----

Assure functioning of tube and associated equipment [C0509130] [U001058]
----

Assure patient that nurse will be available to support patient in times of suffering [C0509131] [U001059]
----

Attach a catheter to the syringe for small openings [C0509132] [U001060]
----

Attach appropriate identification, as indicated by patient's status [C0509133] [U001061]
----

Attach the cardiac monitor and determine the rhythm [C0509134] [U001062]
----

Attach trapeze to the bed, as appropriate [C0509135] [U001063]
----

Attain a sense of inner equilibrium in preparation for directing physical and psychodynamic energies [C0509136] [U001064]
----

Attempt to express clots until fundus is firm [C0509137] [U001065]
----

Attend to comfort needs and other activities that assist relaxation to facilitate response to analgesia [C0509138] [U001066]
----

Attend to the needs of the group as a whole, as well as the needs of individual members [C0509139] [U001067]
----

Attend to verbal and nonverbal cues during the communication process [C0509140] [U001068]
----

Auscultate bilateral breath sounds for confirmation of endotracheal tube placement [C0509141] [U001069]
----

Auscultate blood pressures in both arms and compare, as appropriate [C0509142] [U001070]
----

Auscultate breath sounds before and after suctioning [C0509143] [U001071]
----

Auscultate breath sounds, noting areas of decreased or absent ventilation and presence of adventitious sounds [C0509144] [U001072]
----

Auscultate breath sounds, noting areas of decreased or absent ventilation, and presence of adventitious sounds [C0509144] [U001073]
----

Auscultate breath sounds, noting areas of decreased/absent ventilation and presence of adventitious sounds [C0509145] [U001074]
----

Auscultate fetal heart rate before and after amniotomy [C0509146] [U001075]
----

Auscultate fetal heart rate between contractions to establish baseline [C0509147] [U001076]
----

Auscultate for breath sounds bilaterally before inflating the esophageal cuff of the EOA [C0509148] [U001077]
----

Auscultate for presence of lung sounds bilaterally after insertion and after changing endotracheal/tracheostomy ties [C0509149] [U001078]
----

Auscultate heart sounds [C0509150] [U001079]
----

Auscultate lung sounds after treatments to note results [C0509151] [U001080]
----

Auscultate lung sounds for crackles or other adventitious sounds [C0509152] [U001081]
----

Auscultate lungs [C0509153] [U001082]
----

Auscultate lungs for crackles or other adventitious sounds [C0509152] [U001083]
----

Auscultate the chest post intubation [C0509154] [U001084]
----

Auscultate the fetal heart every 30 to 60 min in early labor, every 15 to 30 min during active labor, and every 5 to 10 min in second stage, depending on risk status [C0509155] [U001085]
----

Auscultate to ensure adequate ventilation [C0509156] [U001086]
----

Avoid activities that increase intracranial pressure [C0509158] [U001088]
----

Avoid administration of alkaline substances (e.g., IV sodium bicarbonate and PO or NG antacids), as appropriate [C0509159] [U001089]
----

Avoid administration of anticoagulants [C0509160] [U001090]
----

Avoid administration of calcium salts with bicarbonate to prevent precipitation [C0509161] [U001091]
----

Avoid administration of magnesium-losing medications (e.g., furosemide/Lasix, ethacrynic acid/Edecrin, mannitol, gentamycin, tobramycin, carbenicillin, amphotericin B, digoxin, and cisplatin), as appropriate [C0509162] [U001092]
----

Avoid administration of medications decreasing serum ionized calcium (e.g., bicarbonate and citrated blood), as appropriate [C0509163] [U001093]
----

Avoid administration of medications resulting in lowered HCO3 level (e.g., chloride containing solutions and anion exchange resins), as appropriate [C0509164] [U001094]
----

Avoid administration of vitamin D (e.g., Calcifediol or Ergocalciferol), which facilitates GI absorption of calcium, as appropriate [C0509165] [U001095]
----

Avoid application of deodorants and aftershave lotion to treated area [C0509167] [U001097]
----

Avoid arguing about false beliefs; state doubt matter-of-factly [C0509168] [U001098]
----

Avoid arguing with patient [C0509169] [U001099]
----

Avoid arguing with patient about the validity of the hallucinations [C0509170] [U001100]
----

Avoid aspirating the solution back into the syringe [C0509171] [U001101]
----

Avoid care activities during scheduled rest periods [C0509174] [U001104]
----

Avoid causing intense emotional situations [C0509175] [U001105]
----

Avoid clutter on floor surface [C0509176] [U001106]
----

Avoid constipation (e.g., encourage fluid intake and stool softeners), as appropriate [C0509177] [U001107]
----

Avoid content areas about which patient is sensitive [C0509178] [U001108]
----

Avoid cornering the patient [C0509179] [U001109]
----

Avoid delaying return of patient with fatigued respiratory muscles to mechanical ventilation [C0509180] [U001110]
----

Avoid demands for abstract thinking, if patient can think only in concrete terms [C0509181] [U001111]
----

Avoid disguising drugs in food [C0509182] [U001112]
----

Avoid displaying aversion to an altered body part [C0509183] [U001113]
----

Avoid distracting patient during swallowing [C0509184] [U001114]
----

Avoid duplication of information in record [C0509185] [U001115]
----

Avoid empty reassurances [C0509186] [U001116]
----

Avoid excessive administration of hypotonic IV fluids, especially in the presence of SIADH, as appropriate [C0509187] [U001117]
----

Avoid feeding, if residuals are high [C0509190] [U001120]
----

Avoid focusing on diagnosis or disease process alone when assisting the patient in identifying goals [C0509191] [U001121]
----

Avoid forcing the catheter into an abdominal wound, to prevent perforation of the intestine [C0509192] [U001122]
----

Avoid frustrating patient by quizzing with orientation questions that cannot be answered [C0509193] [U001123]
----

Avoid getting a plaster cast wet [C0509194] [U001124]
----

Avoid giving IM or subcutaneous medications during the hypothermic state [C0509195] [U001125]
----

Avoid giving positive reinforcement to self-harmful behavior(s) [C0509196] [U001126]
----

Avoid guessing what the patient is thinking [C0509197] [U001127]
----

Avoid hypotonic IV fluids [C0509198] [U001128]
----

Avoid imposing personal values on patient during goal setting [C0509199] [U001129]
----

Avoid injections (IV, IM, or SQ), as appropriate [C0509200] [U001130]
----

Avoid injury to affected area [C0509201] [U001131]
----

Avoid interruptions [C0509202] [U001132]
----

Avoid invasive procedures; if they are necessary, monitor closely for bleeding [C0509203] [U001133]
----

Avoid leaving patient on toilet for more than 5 minutes [C0509204] [U001134]
----

Avoid lengthy conversation during the massage, unless it is used as a distraction technique [C0509205] [U001135]
----

Avoid lifting heavy objects [C0509206] [U001136]
----

Avoid liquids or use thickening agent [C0509207] [U001137]
----

Avoid masking the truth [C0509208] [U001138]
----

Avoid massaging over areas of open lesion or tender skin areas [C0509209] [U001139]
----

Avoid massaging pressure points [C0509210] [U001140]
----

Avoid medications that prevent renal calcium excretion (e.g., lithium carbonate and thiazide diuretics), as appropriate [C0509211] [U001141]
----

Avoid moving objects in the environment [C0509212] [U001142]
----

Avoid neck flexion or extreme hip/knee flexion [C0509213] [U001143]
----

Avoid or carefully monitor use of heat or cold, such as heating pads, hot water bottles, and ice packs [C0509214] [U001144]
----

Avoid overheating or chilling the patient [C0509215] [U001145]
----

Avoid overwedging of pulmonary artery catheter to prevent pulmonary artery rupture, if appropriate [C0509216] [U001146]
----

Avoid pharmacological sedation during weaning trials, as appropriate [C0509217] [U001147]
----

Avoid phosphate-rich foods (e.g., dairy products, whole-grain cereal, nuts, dried fruits or vegetables, and organ meats), as appropriate [C0509219] [U001149]
----

Avoid placing food on a person's blind side [C0509220] [U001150]
----

Avoid placing sharp objects in the ear [C0509221] [U001151]
----

Avoid placing the amputation stump in the flexion position [C0509222] [U001152]
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Avoid positioning patient on bone flap removal site [C0509223] [U001153]
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Avoid potassium-sparing medications (e.g., spironolactone/Aldactone and triamterene/Dyrenium), as appropriate [C0509224] [U001154]
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Avoid prematurely terminating discussion of guilt feelings, even when these seem unreasonable [C0509225] [U001155]
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Avoid projecting a threatening image [C0509226] [U001156]
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Avoid rapid movement in the room [C0509227] [U001157]
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Avoid rapidly replacing lagging TPN solution [C0509228] [U001158]
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Avoid reading meaning into drawings before having a complete history, baseline drawings, and a collection of drawings done over a period [C0509229] [U001159]
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Avoid reinforcing delusional ideas [C0509230] [U001160]
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Avoid setting time limits [C0509231] [U001161]
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Avoid showing rejection or belittlement as patient struggles with changing behavior [C0509232] [U001162]
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Avoid stimulating music after an acute head injury [C0509233] [U001163]
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Avoid stockpiling expensive items [C0509234] [U001164]
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Avoid taking blood pressure or doing intravenous punctures in arm with fistula [C0509235] [U001165]
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Avoid taking rectal temperatures [C0509236] [U001166]
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Avoid taking verbal orders by or through other providers [C0509237] [U001167]
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Avoid the use of medications that may alter the patient's perception (e.g., narcotics and hypnotics), as appropriate [C0509238] [U001168]
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Avoid touch and proximity, if this causes stress or anxiety [C0509239] [U001169]
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Avoid transfusion of more than one unit of blood or blood product at a time, unless necessitated by recipient's condition [C0509240] [U001170]
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Avoid turning music on and leaving it on for long periods [C0509241] [U001171]
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Avoid tying restraints to siderails of bed [C0509242] [U001172]
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Avoid unfamiliar situations, when possible [C0509243] [U001173]
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Avoid unnecessary exposure, drafts, overheating, or chilling [C0509244] [U001175]
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Avoid unnecessary rearrangement of physical environment [C0509245] [U001176]
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Avoid use if patient has a history of ulcerative colitis or regional enteritis [C0509246] [U001177]
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Avoid use of adhesive tapes and other skin-irritating substances [C0509249] [U001180]
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Avoid use of chemicals (e.g., soaps, lotions, creams, and sprays) near lenses because they may damage the lenses [C0509250] [U001181]
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Avoid use of cross-examining questions [C0509251] [U001182]
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Avoid use of Demerol [C0509247] [U001178]
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Avoid use of drinking straws [C0509252] [U001183]
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Avoid use of fear or scare techniques as strategy to motivate people to change health or life-style behaviors [C0509254] [U001185]
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Avoid use of lemon-glycerin swabs [C0509255] [U001186]
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Avoid use of PEEP [C0509248] [U001179]
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Avoid use of physical restraints [C0509256] [U001187]
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Avoid use of the intervention with persons with serious emotional problems [C0509257] [U001188]
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Avoid use with patient who is cognitively impaired [C0509258] [U001189]
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Avoid using reminiscence therapy with persons who are in a state of generativity or with those who are avoiding reality [C0509259] [U001190]
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Avoid using rough-textured bed linens [C0509260] [U001191]
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Avoid uterine hyperstimulation by infusing oxytocin to achieve adequate contraction frequency, duration, and relaxation [C0509261] [U001192]
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Avoid Valsalva maneuvers [C0509157] [U001087]
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