The unit manager reported that there is a shortage of IV pumps on the unit today.  Which patient should the nurse prioritize as getting one of the pumps?

Patients with hyperthyroidism are treated with anti-thyroid medications.  What is an expected therapeutic outcome of this medication?

The school nurse is monitoring a teen recently diagnosed with Graves disease.  Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

A client has the diagnosis of acute kidney injury on their list of current diagnoses.  Which labs in the client’s EHR support this diagnosis?   Select all that apply by listing the letter(s) to the answer in alphabetical order using no spaces, commas or periods A.  Potassium 5.4 B.  BUN 60 C. Glucose 160 D. Creatinine 4 E.  Hgb 14

The nurse is caring for a client with a Jackson-Pratt drain.  Which of the following interventions would be the correct procedure with the drain?

A patient with diabetes begins to cry and says, “I just cannot stand the thought of having to give myself a shot every day.” What would be the best response by the nurse?

A child is being discharged from the hospital with a peak flow meter.  What would you explain as the purpose of the peak flow meter?

Why is fill factor important?

The client presents to the emergency room with nausea and vomiting for the last 24 hours. The assessment by the nurse notes that the client’s HR is 110, RR 25, skin is dry and warm, blood sugar is 538, and client has a fruity odor to their breath.  What should the nurse anticipate will be added to the IV fluids? 

About how long does it take for an individual to fully adapt to relying on ketones to fuel exercise?