What data collected by the nurse caring for a client who has developed cardiogenic shock indicate the client may developing multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS)?
The nurse identifies the following finding on the leg of a c…
The nurse identifies the following finding on the leg of a client being treated for septic shock. The nurse would expect to find the following corresponding lab values. (Select all that apply)
A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has…
A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has a problem with nutrition and has lost weight. The nurse has instructed the client regarding methods of maintaining and increasing weight. The nurse determines that the client needs further instruction if the client stated the need to implement which measure?
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) asks the nurse ab…
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) asks the nurse about the progression of his disease. The nurse tells him that the medical team considers the following diagnostic study the best indication that the disease is worsening:
The RN is teaching a community class on HIV transmission and…
The RN is teaching a community class on HIV transmission and prevention. She determines that the teaching has been effective when the class identifies the following statement describing how the HIV virus is transmitted:
A nurse is providing education to a client who is undergoing…
A nurse is providing education to a client who is undergoing HIV testing. The nurse tells the client that “an initial positive 4th generation test result indicates that
Which condition places a client at increased risk for pre-re…
Which condition places a client at increased risk for pre-renal failure?
As the RN, you suspect the onset of ARDS in a client who is…
As the RN, you suspect the onset of ARDS in a client who is on 100% non-re-breather when they develop this hallmark sign:
A client is brought to the emergency department with a suspe…
A client is brought to the emergency department with a suspected narcotic overdose. The nurse anticipates that the assessment findings and ABGs will reveal:
The rehabilitation nurse caring for the client with an L1 SC…
The rehabilitation nurse caring for the client with an L1 SCI is developing the nursing care plan. Which intervention should the nurse implement?