While inflating a blood pressure cuff on a client’s arm, the nurse observes carpal spasm with palmar flexion of the hand and fingers (Trousseau’s sign). Based on this finding, which electrolyte imbalance should the nurse suspect?

Which is the best rationale by the APRN for prescribing calcitriol for a patient with a diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism?

A patient is exhibiting clinical signs of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), including spontaneous bruising, oozing from IV sites, and petechiae. Which laboratory finding is most consistent with this diagnosis?

A patient is diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism after thyroid surgery. Which electrolyte disturbance should the APRN monitor closely?

A client with diabetes insipidus is receiving care on the medical-surgical unit. Which nursing intervention is the priority to include in the plan of care?

A patient with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is being started on a biologic DMARD. Which vaccines should the APRN recommend prior to initiating therapy? (Select all that apply)

A patient with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD) is being started on an antidiabetic agent. Which medication is contraindicated due to risk of lactic acidosis?

A patient taking clopidogrel after placement of a coronary artery stent asks about taking ibuprofen for arthritis. What is the best response by the APRN?

When is the last time you spoke in front of other people in a public speaking setting?

A 35-year-old patient on infliximab reports new cough, night sweats, weight loss, and fever. What should the APRN do first?