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?

A 60-year-old patient presents with knee pain and stiffness, especially in the morning, which reportedly improves after 30 minutes. X-rays show joint space narrowing and osteophytes ; a diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) is made. What should the APRN advise as best first-line pharmacologic treatment for this patient?