Mr. Garcia, a 58-year-old male with a 20-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension, presents for his regular checkup. Laboratory results show: eGFR 38 mL/min/1.73m², BUN 35 mg/dL, creatinine 2.1 mg/dL, K+ 5.2 mEq/L, Hgb 10.2 g/dL, and urinalysis with moderate proteinuria (300 mg/24hr). His blood pressure is 162/94 mmHg.
Ms. Fagan has Amyotrophic Lateralizing Sclerosis (ALS). She…
Ms. Fagan has Amyotrophic Lateralizing Sclerosis (ALS). She is likely to have which one of the following?
The nurse is monitoring Ms. Wonder for vital sign changes th…
The nurse is monitoring Ms. Wonder for vital sign changes that would indicate increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The earliest change is likely to be which one of the following?
Which pharmacokinetic factor in breastfed neonates and young…
Which pharmacokinetic factor in breastfed neonates and young infants most significantly affects their ability to metabolize and eliminate medications they might be exposed to through breast milk?
Marion Oglesby is a 45-year-old female with a long history o…
Marion Oglesby is a 45-year-old female with a long history of ulcerative colitis. She has been taking corticosteroid medications for several years to control her disease. Consequently, she has developed osteoporosis. Ms. Oglesby goes to the emergency department (ED) and is admitted based on her complaints of right lower quadrant abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting of green emesis. Her vital signs are as follows: Vital Signs: Temp: 38.2C Pulse: 102 RR: 22 B/P: 102/74
Which interventions promote family-centered care in pediatri…
Which interventions promote family-centered care in pediatrics? Select all that apply
The nurse is preparing to assess pain in a non-verbal infant…
The nurse is preparing to assess pain in a non-verbal infant. Which tool is most appropriate?
Which assessment finding would require further evaluation in…
Which assessment finding would require further evaluation in a newborn?
According to Erikson’s psychosocial theory, Noah is currentl…
According to Erikson’s psychosocial theory, Noah is currently in which developmental stage?
Which assessment technique best promotes cooperation during…
Which assessment technique best promotes cooperation during pediatric examinations?