After rolling the ankle outwards when jogging, a client develops ankle pain and swelling. The health care provider diagnoses a lateral ankle sprain. Which interventions does the nurse include in the discharge instructions? Select all that apply.
The nurse teaches a client about the use of regular and neut…
The nurse teaches a client about the use of regular and neutral protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin. Which statement by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?
A client with advanced osteoarthritis is admitted for right…
A client with advanced osteoarthritis is admitted for right total knee arthroplasty. Which characteristic manifestations does the nurse expect to assess in this client? Select all that apply.
The nurse assesses a client with Cushing syndrome. Which cl…
The nurse assesses a client with Cushing syndrome. Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
A client receiving IV vancomycin for osteomyelitis begins ex…
A client receiving IV vancomycin for osteomyelitis begins experiencing ringing in the ears. What is the nurse’s priority action?
A 15-year-old male presents with localized knee pain, swelli…
A 15-year-old male presents with localized knee pain, swelling, and decreased range of motion after sports practice. He also reports that the pain persists at night and does not improve with rest. What condition should the nurse suspect?
A nurse working in the office of a health care provider (HCP…
A nurse working in the office of a health care provider (HCP) must respond to client telephone messages. The nurse should return which call first?
The nurse assessing a client with an upper gastrointestinal…
The nurse assessing a client with an upper gastrointestinal bleed would expect the client’s stool to have which appearance?
A nurse reviews the most current serum laboratory results fo…
A nurse reviews the most current serum laboratory results for assigned clients. Which result is the highest priority to report to the health care provider?
The nurse teaches a client with osteopenia, who is lactose i…
The nurse teaches a client with osteopenia, who is lactose intolerant, how to increase dietary calcium and vitamin D intake. Which lunch food is the best choice?