In software development, one where applications could be broken down into smaller components that work together to form an application. This is called __________________________.
You are caring for the following 56 year old female patient:…
You are caring for the following 56 year old female patient: You anticipate which medication to be ordered in preparation for this procedure?
A 62-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and dia…
A 62-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and diabetes is admitted with acute kidney injury (AKI). The patient has elevated serum creatinine, decreased urine output, and a history of recent use of NSAIDs for joint pain. Which of the following findings is most concerning for this patient’s condition and requires immediate intervention?
A 40-year-old patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus calls th…
A 40-year-old patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus calls the clinic reporting a fever, nausea, and inability to eat regular meals due to a stomach virus. The patient is unsure how to manage their diabetes during the illness. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize in teaching the patient about sick day management?
A patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is rec…
A patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is receiving education on lifestyle modifications to manage symptoms. Which of the following non-pharmacological nursing interventions should the nurse emphasize?
A 38-year-old patient presents with fatigue, weight changes,…
A 38-year-old patient presents with fatigue, weight changes, and hair thinning. The nurse reviews the patient’s medical history, which includes a diagnosis of hyperthyroidism two years ago, now managed with radioiodine therapy. Laboratory results show elevated TSH and decreased free T4 levels. Based on the patient’s history and current findings, which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate?
Which of the following statements about complications of tot…
Which of the following statements about complications of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is not correct?
A nurse is educating a patient who will begin taking isoniaz…
A nurse is educating a patient who will begin taking isoniazid (INH) for the treatment of tuberculosis. Which of the following instructions is most important for the nurse to provide regarding the prevention of peripheral neuropathy while on this medication?
A 30-year-old patient with a 5-year history of Crohn’s disea…
A 30-year-old patient with a 5-year history of Crohn’s disease is admitted with severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever. The physician is considering a differential diagnosis of exacerbation versus a flare of ulcerative colitis, which the patient’s sibling was recently diagnosed with. Which of the following findings would most strongly differentiate Crohn’s disease from ulcerative colitis?
A 68-year-old female patient reports experiencing urinary in…
A 68-year-old female patient reports experiencing urinary incontinence, specifically during activities such as coughing, sneezing, or lifting heavy objects. The nurse suspects the patient has stress urinary incontinence. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate to help manage this condition?