After reviewing the results of a complete blood count on a patient who is diagnosed with an acute infection, what will the nurse expect to see elevated?

The nurse is assessing a patient’s vital signs. What should the nurse include in this assessment?

A patient is receiving a narcotic for severe acute pain. What should the nurse encourage the patient to consume in greater quantities due to the pain medication?

A patient is being started on enalapril (Vasotec). Which common adverse effect should the nurse review with the patient?

A patient is demonstrating signs of anaphylactic shock. What should the nurse do first to assist this patient?

Order: 25 mcg Fentanyl Available: Fentanyl 100 mcg/2 mL How many mL will you administer?

A postoperative patient is diagnosed with fluid volume overload. What should the nurse expect to assess in this patient?

The nurse is providing care to a patient with pulmonary tuberculosis. What should the nurse do to ensure personal protection while caring for this patient?

A patient’s blood gases show a pH of 7.53 and bicarbonate level of 36 mEq/L. The nurse realizes that the patient is demonstrating which acid-base disorder?

Order: Zosyn 1 gram Available: Zosyn 1 gram in 100 mL Administer over 4 hours What rate ( in mL/hr) will you program into the pump?