What would the nurse recognize as a physiologic manifestation of acute inflammation?

A patient is admitted with severe dehydration due to prolonged vomiting and diarrhea. Laboratory tests reveal elevated serum osmolarity.Which of the following best explains the physiological reason for the increased serum osmolality?

A registered nurse is teaching a client about the effects of nutrition on wound healing. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?

Which cells are known as granular lymphocytes?

A client comes to the emergency department with symptoms of an allergic reaction to an antibiotic. Which blood cells does the nurse monitor for an increase in the complete blood count report?

The nurse educator is preparing material for a nursing staff program about coagulation processes. Which material does the nurse include with regard to platelets?

A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about the reason for the development of natriuresis. Which statement from the student nurse indicates effective teaching?

The human body includes two mechanisms for defending the body against infection. Which mechanisms does the nurse identify as the function of innate immunity? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone cardiac surgery. Which is the best method to assess the client’s fluid loss or gain?

Which statement made by an attending nursing staff member indicates effective learning about the coagulation factors and the intrinsic pathway?