A client in the intensive care unit is started on continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVH). Which finding is the cause of immediate action by the nurse?

After teaching a client who has plans to travel to a non-industrialized country, the nurse assesses the client’s understanding regarding the prevention of viral hepatitis. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?

The nurse evaluates that administration of hepatitis B vaccine to a healthy patient has been effective when the patient’s blood specimen reveals

Which intervention will the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?

A 38-yr-old patient who had a kidney transplant 8 years ago is receiving the immunosuppressants tacrolimus (Prograf), cyclosporine (Sandimmune), and prednisone . Which assessment data will be of most concern to the nurse?

A nurse cares for a client who has chronic cirrhosis from substance abuse. The client states, “All of my family hates me.” How should the nurse respond?

The nurse determines that demeclocycline is effective for a patient with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) based on finding that the patient’s

A client is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg/day for management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). To detect the positive effect of the medication, what action of the nurse is best?

A patient with cirrhosis has ascites and 4+ edema of the feet and legs. Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care?

A client has a serum potassium level of 6.5 mmol/L, a serum creatinine level of 2 mg/dL, and a urine output of 350 mL/day. What is the best action by the nurse?