The nurse noted that the elderly client’s systolic BP dropped from 130 to 100 mmHg from a lying to a sitting position.  His HR increased from 72 to 92. The client reported feeling dizzy. What does the nurse suspect the client is experiencing?

The client reports 8/10 pain and describes it as “burning like an electric current”.  What type of pain does the nurse suspect?

Identify the correct statement regarding use of a temporal thermometer.

Identify an example of a SOGI question.

The nurse documented the following information: The client maintains appropriate eye contact, has a pleasant disposition, has clear, articulate speech, and is well-groomed. What aspect of the general survey did the nurse assess?

Why should a nurse collect a family history from the client?

Identify recommendations for screening for violence and abuse.

The nurse is providing education about the purpose of the pulse oximeter.  What is the most appropriate nurse reply?

The student nurse takes a BP reading on a client.  The result is 120/80.  The client is concerned because his BP is usually much higher.  What error in technique might have occurred?

The nurse describes the client’s radial pulse as weak. Identify the correct documentation of the force of this pulse.