The nurse caring for a client who has had bariatric surgery is developing a teaching plan regarding important dietary changes in anticipation of the client’s discharge. What is MOST essential information for the nurse to include in the educational session? 

A client arrived at the ED with concerns of increased fatigue and not feeling well. During the intake assessment, the client reports they completed a 4-week regimen of corticosteroids 2 weeks ago to help control their asthma. The nurse suspects the client is in acute adrenal crisis. (Addison’s Disease) What additional assessment finding(s) would the nurse expect to be present? 

A client is receiving continuous tube feedings at 50 mL/hr. The nurse arrived to administer medications. The nurse assessed the client prior to administering the medications. Which assessment finding should the nurse be MOST concerned with?

A 35-year-old male client arrives to the Emergency Department (ED) with symptoms of nausea and vomiting with intermittent abdominal cramping. CT scan is positive for small bowel obstruction. In collaboration with the primary care provider, what intervention should the nurse prioritize?

A client with metastatic cancer has asked the nurse about End-of-Life Care. What guidelines should the nurse include when explaining the care the team will provide? 

The nurse is conducting an initial shift assessment on their client. Ceftriaxone is infusing at 50mL/hr. into a client’s right forearm. The nurse assesses the IV and notices that the peripheral IV site is edematous. The nurse palpates the site and finds the skin cool. How should the nurse document this complication of IV therapy? 

A client reports they have had numerous episodes of vomiting for the past 24 hours. The client’s apical pulse is rapid and irregular. Which electrolyte imbalance is the nurse concerned with based on this assessment finding? 

A nurse is explaining the mode of transmission of Hepatitis B to a new public health nurse. Which explanation has the GREATEST impact to reduce a nurse’s risk of acquiring Hepatitis B in the workplace?

The nurse observes that a client with Alzheimer’s disease has been trying to button their shirt for several minutes. The client is becoming increasingly agitated. What is the nurse’s MOST APPROPRIATE response? 

The nurse who works in palliative care frequently encounters situations that are often considered ethical dilemmas. Which of these end-of-life issues MOST OFTEN presents families and health care workers with challenging ethical issues related to end of life decisions?