Which of the following patients is most likely to experience increased peristalsis?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has been placed in soft wrist restraints for safety. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

The LPN/LVN is assessing multiple patients’ positioning. Which patient is correctly placed in the semi-Fowler’s position?

A nurse is assessing a patient with respiratory distress. Which statement correctly differentiates hypoxemia from hypoxia?

The nurse is assessing a patient with respiratory distress. Which finding indicates a late sign of hypoxia?

A nurse is observing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reposition a bedridden patient. In which situation should the nurse intervene due to poor body mechanics?

The nurse is administering famotidine (an H2 receptor blocker) to a patient with GERD. What is the primary action of this medication?

A nurse is observing a nursing student providing wound care and heat/cold therapy to patients. In which situation should the nurse intervene immediately?

The nurse is admitting an elderly patient. During the head to toe assessment, the nurse identifies a pressure injury on the patient’s left heel. How will the nurse stage this pressure ulcer?

A nurse is caring for a patient with a chest tube. Which nursing intervention is appropriate to maintain proper function and patient safety?