A postpartum patient receiving magnesium sulfate exhibits signs of toxicity. What is the nurse’s immediate action?
A patient ate 72 grams of carbohydrates. The provider prescr…
A patient ate 72 grams of carbohydrates. The provider prescribed an insulin-to-carb ratio of 1:9. How many units of insulin should be administered?
A patient with a penicillin allergy requires antibiotic ther…
A patient with a penicillin allergy requires antibiotic therapy. Which alternative is most appropriate?
The nurse is educating an older adult about the shingles (he…
The nurse is educating an older adult about the shingles (herpes zoster) vaccine. Which teaching points are appropriate? (Select all that apply)
According to Erikson, which psychosocial task should an adol…
According to Erikson, which psychosocial task should an adolescent (age 12–18) successfully achieve?
Patient with hyponatremia. Which order should the nurse ques…
Patient with hyponatremia. Which order should the nurse question?
A patient with a potassium level of 6.5 mEq/L is ordered IV…
A patient with a potassium level of 6.5 mEq/L is ordered IV insulin. What is the rationale?
A patient with DKA has the following ABG: pH 7.29, HCO? 14,…
A patient with DKA has the following ABG: pH 7.29, HCO? 14, PaCO? 28. What is the interpretation?
A patient presents with a persistent dry cough, headache, an…
A patient presents with a persistent dry cough, headache, and fatigue over the past two weeks. Which condition is most likely?
A patient diagnosed with primary syphilis inquires about tre…
A patient diagnosed with primary syphilis inquires about treatment. Which is the recommended regimen?