Which of the following reactions would the nurse recognize as a cardinal sign of inflammation? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is reviewing the pathophysiology of vaginal candidiasis with a nursing student. Which statement best explains why overgrowth of Candida albicans occurs?

A patient reports experiencing joint pain, swelling, and morning stiffness in the hands and wrists lasting for more than 30 minutes. What should the nurse do to help alleviate the patient’s symptoms?

A nurse is teaching a client newly diagnosed with genital herpes simplex virus (HSV-2) about self-care and prevention of transmission. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?  

A nurse is reviewing the pathophysiology of migraine headaches with a client. Which process best explains the development of migraine pain?

A nurse is reviewing lab results for a client with HIV. The client’s CD4 count is 180 cells/µL. Which interpretation is most accurate?

An intramuscular dose of antipsychotic medication needs to be administered to a client who is becoming increasingly more aggressive and refused to leave the day room. In what manner should the nurse enter the day room?

A client is in the hospital and has received two doses of an antibiotic for an infection. When the nurse answers the client’s call light, the client presents an appearance as shown below:What should the nurse do first?

A client was arrested for breaking windows in the home of a former domestic partner. The client’s history reveals childhood abuse by a punitive parent, torturing family pets, and an arrest for disorderly conduct. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?

A nurse is providing education to a client who has been prescribed rifampin as part of tuberculosis treatment. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?