Mr. Frog developed acute kidney injury (AKI) about three weeks ago. He is not yet receiving dialysis. Which type of diet would be most appropriate for Mr. Frog?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving nitrates for the relief of angina. What pharmacodynamic action is responsible for the relief of anginal pain with nitrates?

The patient is a new postoperative patient. She weighs 60 kg. The nurse anticipates that the minimum acceptable amount of urine output should be:

Maintaining confidentiality and providing a private space for patient interviews exemplifies which trauma-informed principle?

A patient is scheduled for a coronary CT angiography (CCTA). Collaborative interventions before this procedure include which of the following: (Select all that apply.) Inform the patient that this test involves inserting a catheter into an artery in their wrist or groin. Evaluate the patient’s kidney function before sending the patient down for this procedure. Tell the patient that this test can identify if there are blockages in the coronary arteries.

Your patient with classic Bipolar Disorder is currently in a manic episode and approaches the nurse, speaking loudly with pressured speech. Which of the following is the most appropriate response from the nurse?

Which condition or diagnostic procedure could predispose a patient to develop prerenal acute kidney injury?

A 55-year-old patient has received instructions on a heart-healthy diet based on the American Heart Association guidelines. Which statement made by the patient would indicate the patient needs further teaching?

A patient with chronic kidney disease is receiving peritoneal dialysis with 2-liter inflows. Which information should the nurse report promptly to the health care providers?

A 65-year-old male presents to the emergency department with low back pain. The pain started 6 hours ago when he was gardening and carrying a heavy bag. The pain is rated as 10/10 in severity and radiates down the posterior aspect of the right thigh. He reports no fevers or chills. His only medical problem is hypertension for which he takes amlodipine. The patient is a non-smoker, uses alcohol infrequently, and has never used illicit drugs. Initial vital signs: T 99.6°F, BP 140/70 mmHg, HR 90/min, and RR 20/min. Physical examination reveals 3/5 strength to hip extension, knee flexion and extension, and plantar flexion bilaterally. Sensation to pinprick is diminished over the posterolateral legs and lateral aspects of both feet. Ankle and knee reflexes are absent bilaterally. The patient’s underwear is wet and a bladder scan reveals 800 mL of urine. Which of the following is the most likely underlying diagnosis?