A patient is being treated for chronic venous stasis ulcers of the lower extremities. What medication does the nurse understand will increase peripheral blood flow by decreasing the viscosity of blood and assist with the healing of the ulcers?

Which action will the nurse teach an older client with a respiratory problem to make as an accommodation to promote adequate gas exchange?

A client reports pain and cramping in the thigh when climbing stairs and numbness in the legs after exertion. Which diagnostic test with the physician likely perform right in the office to determine PAD?

Which of the following medications is a human brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) preparation?

A nurse is preparing to care for an 84-year-old male client who is being admitted to a medical unit from a provider’s office. The nurse reviews the client’s medical records to prepare the client’s plan of care. Diagnostic Results HbA1C 6.2% (less than 7%)  Blood glucose 102 mg/dL (82 to 115 mg/dL)Hemoglobin 14.2 g/dL (14.2 to 18 g/dL)Hematocrit 42.6% (42% to 52%)Total WBC count 6,000/mm3 (5,000 to 10,000/mm3)HDL 35 mg/dL (greater than 45 mg/dL)LDL 142 mg/dL (less than 130 mg/dL)Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) 352 pg/mL (less than 100 pg/mL)Chest x-ray: Shows cardiomegaly and bibasilar pleural congestion. Medication Administration Record Metformin 850 mg PO q amDigoxin 0.25 mg PO q amCarvedilol 25 mg PO bidFurosemide 40 mg IV bolus once now  Vital Signs BP 146/98 mm HgTemperature 36.8º C (98.2º F)Pulse rate 106/minRespirations 24/minO2 saturation 94% on 2 L/min nasal cannula  What potential condition is the client most likely experiencing?  

A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin 250 mcg PO daily. The amount available is digoxin 0.125 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who requires home oxygen therapy.  Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs FURTHER teaching?

A patient is seen in the emergency department (ED) with heart failure. What key diagnostic test does the nurse assess to determine the severity of the patient’s heart failure?

A postoperative client who underwent surgery 12 hours ago is found having difficulty breathing. He has petechiae over his chest, dyspnea and complains of acute chest pain. What action should the nurse take first?

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