A family member of a client who has just suffered a tonic-clonic seizure is concerned about the client’s deep sleep. What is this behavior called?

Interpret the following Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)*must also state compensation level, if not it will be marked wrongpH: 7.36PCO2: 55HCO3: 33

A client returns to the medical-surgical floor from the postanesthesia recovery room after a colon resection. The client has hypertension and a previous myocardial infarction. The first set of vital signs recorded are pulse rate of 110bpm, respiration rate of 20/min, blood pressure of 100/76 mmHg, SpO2 91% and a temperature of 98°F. The nurse reviews the patient’s lab results: WBC 11, 500, Potassium 3.4 mmol/L, Hemoglobin 6g/dL The surgeon calls to inquire about the possibility of the client needing a blood transfusion. The nurse anticipates the client will need a blood transfusion based on which of the following data? (Select All That Apply)

A patient is receiving anticoagulation therapy, which of the following would be the nurse’s most appropriate action?

The nurse explains that electrocardiograms (ECG) are graphic representations of electrical impulses generated by the heart. What type of abnormalities can an electrocardiogram identify?

A client has been admitted with right upper quadrant pain and diagnosed with cholecystitis. Which tray would be acceptable for the client:

A patient has been prescribed ipratropium bromide. The nurse recognizes which of the following to be true regarding this medication (select all that apply):

Which of the following laboratory tests is the nurse most concerned about for a client taking clozapine?

A nurse is planning care for a patient who requires an exact concentration of oxygen. Which of the following oxygen delivery systems should the nurse expect the physician to order?

A type I diabetic client comes to the clinic for a follow-up appointment. The client is taking NPH insulin, 30 units every day. A nurse notes that the client is also taking metoprolol. What education should the nurse provide to the client?