What term describes above, more than normal?
A client has closed fractures of the right femur and tibia w…
A client has closed fractures of the right femur and tibia with multiple soft-tissue contusions. Which action should the nurse prioritize?
A client with rheumatoid arthritis and long-term corticoster…
A client with rheumatoid arthritis and long-term corticosteroid use presents with signs of weight gain, hypertension, and mood changes. The nurse recognizes that the most likely cause of these symptoms is:
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is experiencing f…
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is experiencing fatigue and weakness. Laboratory results show a hemoglobin level of 5 mg/dL and a serum creatinine level of 3.2 mg/dL. When planning the client’s care, which action should the nurse prioritize? Reference Ranges: Hemoglobin: 12-15 g/dL Creatinine: 0.6-1.2 mg/dL
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic low back pain. W…
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic low back pain. Which of the following is an appropriate intervention to include in the care plan?
The nurse is teaching a client who has been newly diagnosed…
The nurse is teaching a client who has been newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The nurse should begin the teaching process by asking which question?
A client is receiving intravenous doses of gentamicin every…
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?