A nurse is caring for a client with multiple sclerosis. Which pathophysiological process is responsible for the client’s symptoms of muscle weakness and impaired coordination?

Infection can be transmitted to the neonate from mother during the pregnancy or birth or from the mother, family members, visitors, or agency staff after birth. Which viral infections are most likely to be transmitted during the birth process? (Select all that apply.)

An inmate was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) caused by severe sexual abuse. One day this inmate sees a person with characteristics similar to the perpetrator, has a flashback, and then attacks the person. Correctional officers place the inmate in restraint. The correctional nurse should anticipate that the inmate would react to restraint by presenting what response?

A 32-year-old female client has been diagnosed with a superinfection and has been prescribed penicillin. What is a priority nursing action?

A client is diagnosed with Clostridium difficile infection. Which nursing action is most important to prevent the spread of infection?

Birth for the nulliparous patient with a fetus in a breech presentation is usually

A 10-year-old client diagnosed with tuberculosis has been admitted to the pediatric unit. The health care provider (HCP) has ordered rifampin. What is the nursing priority?

A client is diagnosed with Clostridium difficile infection. Which nursing action is most important to prevent the spread of infection?

A nurse is planning care for a group of older adult client. What intervention is best directed at minimizing the risk of candidiasis in this population?

A nurse is reviewing lab results for a client with HIV. The client’s CD4 count is 180 cells/µL. Which interpretation is most accurate?