A client is receiving intravenous doses of gentamicin every 12 hours. What measurement is a priority for the nurse to monitor during the period that the patient is receiving this drug?
The nurse is observing a staff member caring for a client wh…
The nurse is observing a staff member caring for a client who had a right, above-the-knee amputation (AKA) 24 hours ago. The nurse should intervene if the staff member is observed
Which of the following would cause bronchoconstriction? (cho…
Which of the following would cause bronchoconstriction? (choose all correct answers)
A client with heart failure is prescribed a beta-blocker. Wh…
A client with heart failure is prescribed a beta-blocker. Which of the following is the primary effect of beta-blockers in heart failure management?
A 63-year-old male client is admitted with oliguric renal fa…
A 63-year-old male client is admitted with oliguric renal failure, characterized by significantly reduced urine output. He has been prescribed intravenous furosemide to help manage fluid retention and prevent further complications. The nurse is monitoring his condition closely and prepares to administer the medication. Given the client’s renal status, the nurse understands that careful assessment is necessary before and after the administration of the diuretic. What nursing assessment has the highest priority?
A patient in the intensive care unit has developed gastroint…
A patient in the intensive care unit has developed gastrointestinal hemorrhage. The nurse would prepare to fluid resuscitate this patient with which intravenous fluid?
A nurse is assessing lung sounds on a chest with pneumonia w…
A nurse is assessing lung sounds on a chest with pneumonia who is having pain during inspiration and expiration. The nurse hears loud grating sounds over the lung fields. The nurse should document the client’s pain level and should document that:
The nurse is reviewing the following laboratory results for…
The nurse is reviewing the following laboratory results for a client. The nurse should recognize that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances. pH 7.49 PaCO2 30 PO2 79 HCO3 23
The nurse is assigned to four clients. After receiving a cha…
The nurse is assigned to four clients. After receiving a change-of-shift report at 0700, the nurse should assess which client first?
Jamie, who has chronic kidney disease, is admitted with symp…
Jamie, who has chronic kidney disease, is admitted with symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, pale skin, and palpitations. Which therapy should the nurse anticipate providing for Jamie?