The nurse is caring for a terminally ill client who has alternating of apnea with rapid deep breathing. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

Which of the following is accurate regarding acquired immunity? Select all that apply.

A client has just been told they have cervical cancer. The nurse asks how this diagnosis will impact the client. The client states, “It’s just an infection, it will clear up.” What does this statement indicate?

A nurse is discussing culturally competent care at a nursing staff inservice.  Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing clients’ cultures?

It is most important for the nurses to understand their own culture as well as the culture of their clients. What is the best reason for this action?

During a situational crisis, which of the following would be the most influential in determining a client’s response to a particular stressor?

During a routine health examination, a 40-year-old client tells the nurse about a family history of colon cancer.  What action will the nurse take next?

During the initial interview at the crisis center, a client reveals that their significant other asks for a divorce. The client is so anxious and reports “to be unable to think straight.” Which response will best assess the client’s coping skills?

A client grieving the recent loss of their significant other, asks if they are becoming mentally ill because they are so sad. What is the nurse’s best response?

During the admission assessment the client reports to be a social drinker and takes gingko for memory problems. What is a potential complication from the combination of alcohol and gingko?