You should check for circulation in the distal limb before and after splinting.

48. A nurse is educating a student nurse about the structure and function of the alveoli. Which of the following cells is responsible for producing surfactant in the alveoli? 

31. The nurse is caring for a 2-day post-op client. The client is complaining of dyspnea and a slight cough. The vital signs are temp 99.0, B/P 128/88, HR 102, Resp rate 28, Pulse ox 88% on room air; the nurse notes the client’s breaths are shallow. What nursing intervention will the nurse perform first?  

14.  A nurse is reinforcing teaching to an adolescent about the correct use of their asthma medications. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the adolescent to use before exercise? 

11. A nurse is caring for a patient with pleural effusion. Which of the following is the primary function of pleural fluid?  

45.  A nurse in a community center is assisting with an in-service to a group of guardians on management of airway obstructions in toddlers. Which of the following responses by one of the caregivers indicates an understanding of the information?

40. The student nurse, is reviewing the clinical assignment with the instructor. the patient is a 58-year-old man with new onset atrial fibrillation. When discussing the patient’s condition, with the instructor, the student verbalizes a correct understanding of the electrical conduction, of the heart, when stating (select all that apply):

33. A nurse is caring for an older adult patient diagnosed with pneumonia. Why is it especially important to ensure adequate hydration for this patient? 

28. A nurse is caring for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The healthcare provider is concerned about the patient’s lung volumes, specifically the residual volume (RV). Which of the following statements is the most accurate regarding residual volume? 

37.  An older adult patient presents with dry mucous membranes in the mouth and nose. The nurse understands that this condition may increase the patient’s risk for which of the following?