Family of a client with a potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L asks why insulin is being used as treatment. Which response should the nurse make?

A client with hyperthyroidism is scheduled for surgery in a few days. Which medication would the nurse expect to be ordered to prevent cardiovascular symptoms?

The healthcare provider prescribes sitagliptin for a client with type 2 diabetes. For which potential side effect should the nurse monitor this client?

A patient has a newly abnormal ABG indicating acid-base imbalance. Which nursing actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

Which term describes the three pathologic factors associated with thrombus formation?

The nurse is caring for a client receiving hemodialysis. For which complication will the nurse assess this client?

Which chart finding most directly supports the nursing problem of excess fluid volume?

A parent reports that a 3-month-old infant has been vomiting and experiencing diarrhea for several days. Which response should the nurse make?

The nurse is concerned that an older adult client is at risk for dehydration. Which assessment finding caused the nurse to come to this conclusion?

A client is receiving intravenous fluid replacement therapy. Which value would indicate to the nurse that the urine output is within normal limits?