An NP is providing care for a male patient with a long-standing hiatal hernia. Which statement most accurately reflects an aspect of the pathophysiology of hiatal hernias?

Which assessment finding in a client signifies an early sign of hypocalcemia? 

A nurse is preparing to collect a 24-hour urine specimen from a client. Which instruction is essential to include when teaching about this procedure?

A nurse is caring for a 68-year-old male admitted with an acute upper GI bleed. The patient has a history of peptic ulcer disease and presents with hematemesis, hypotension, and tachycardia. The nurse reviews the following assessment findings: BP: 86/50 mmHg HR: 118 bpm Hemoglobin: 7.2 g/dL Pale, cool skin Mild abdominal discomfort Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize first? (Select one).

NGN Case Study: Chronic Renal Failure Read the case scenario carefully. Then, answer the following questions based on your clinical judgment and understanding of nursing care for a client with chronic renal failure. Client Profile:Name: Henry MartinezAge: 62Medical History: Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (diagnosed 15 years ago), chronic renal failure diagnosed 2 years agoMedications: Lisinopril, Metformin, Erythropoietin, Furosemide Initial Assessment: Mr. Martinez presents to the outpatient dialysis clinic complaining of increasing fatigue, swelling in his lower legs, and shortness of breath with minimal exertion. Vital Signs: BP: 168/92 mmHg HR: 92 bpm RR: 22/min O2 Sat: 95% on room air Weight: 88 kg (baseline: 84 kg) Laboratory Results: BUN: 58 mg/dL (↑) Creatinine: 6.1 mg/dL (↑) Potassium: 6.3 mEq/L (↑) Hemoglobin: 8.2 g/dL (↓) GFR: 12 mL/min/1.73 m² (↓) Serum Albumin: 2.8 g/dL (↓) Question:  Match each complication (left side) with the most appropriate nursing action (right side).

When caring for a client with a left forearm arteriovenous fistula created for hemodialysis, which nursing actions are required? (Select all that apply). 

NGN Case Study: Chronic Renal Failure Read the case scenario carefully. Then, answer the following questions based on your clinical judgment and understanding of nursing care for a client with chronic renal failure. Client Profile:Name: Henry MartinezAge: 62Medical History: Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (diagnosed 15 years ago), chronic renal failure diagnosed 2 years agoMedications: Lisinopril, Metformin, Erythropoietin, Furosemide  Initial Assessment Mr. Martinez presents to the outpatient dialysis clinic complaining of increasing fatigue, swelling in his lower legs, and shortness of breath with minimal exertion. Vital Signs: BP: 168/92 mmHg HR: 92 bpm RR: 22/min O2 Sat: 95% on room air Weight: 88 kg (baseline: 84 kg) Laboratory Results: BUN: 58 mg/dL (↑) Creatinine: 6.1 mg/dL (↑) Potassium: 6.3 mEq/L (↑) Hemoglobin: 8.2 g/dL (↓) GFR: 12 mL/min/1.73 m² (↓) Serum Albumin: 2.8 g/dL (↓) Question: Which findings indicate that Mr. Martinez is experiencing complications related to chronic renal failure?(Select all that apply.).

Worksite wellness is a broad term/idea/process that includes ensuring everyone in the workplace is both physically and mentally well – professionally.

Which statements are true regarding Standard Precautions? (Select all that apply).

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing excessive diarrhea. The client’s arterial blood gas values are indicated below. Which acid/base imbalance is suspected?    Parameter Client Lab Results Normal Range pH 7.18 7.35 – 7.45 PaCO2 45 mm Hg 35 – 45 mm Hg PaO2 98 mm Hg 80 -100 mm Hg HCO3- 16 mEq/L 22 – 28 mEq/L