The RN is coordinating care for a patient with pericarditis….

The RN is coordinating care for a patient with pericarditis. Based on appropriate delegation and scope of practice, assign the following tasks to the correct healthcare team member: Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP). Match each task related to the care of a patient to the most appropriate healthcare team member. 

A 55-year-old client has been prescribed atorvastatin for hy…

A 55-year-old client has been prescribed atorvastatin for hyperlipidemia. During a routine follow-up, the client reports new onset of fatigue, loss of appetite, and right upper abdominal discomfort. Laboratory tests reveal elevated liver enzymes (ALT and AST). What is the nurse’s best action?

A 68-year-old postoperative patient with a history of deep v…

A 68-year-old postoperative patient with a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) suddenly becomes short of breath, reports chest pain, and is visibly anxious. Vital signs show a blood pressure of 88/54 mmHg, heart rate of 122 bpm, respiratory rate of 28 breaths/min, and oxygen saturation of 85% on room air. Which of the following should the nurse do first?