A client has come to the clinic complaining of blood in his stool. A FOBT test is performed but is negative. Based on the client’s history, the health care provider suggests a colonoscopy, but the client refuses, citing a strong aversion to the invasive nature of the test. What other test might the provider order to check for blood in the stool?

The nurse caring for a client post colon resection is assessing the client on the second postoperative day. The nasogastric tube (NG) remains patent and continues at low intermittent wall suction. What assessment finding would suggest that the client’s potassium levels are too low?

A client with a severe exacerbation of COPD requires reliable and precise oxygen delivery. Which mask will the nurse expect the health care provider to prescribe?

A nurse is explaining the process by which the body removes cells from circulation after they have performed their physiologic function. The nurse is describing what process?

A client with angina has been prescribed nitroglycerin. Before administering the drug, the nurse should inform the client about what potential adverse effects?

A nurse is collaborating with the physical therapist to plan the care of a client with osteomyelitis. What principle should guide the management of activity and mobility in this client?

During a health education session, a participant has asked about the hepatitis E virus. What prevention measure should the nurse recommend for preventing infection with this virus?

The ED nurse is caring for a client who has been brought in by ambulance after sustaining a fall at home. What physical assessment finding is suggestive of a basilar skull fracture?

The nurse is performing the health interview of a client with chronic rhinosinusitis who experiences frequent nose bleeds. The nurse asks the client about her current medication regimen. Which medication would put the client at a higher risk for recurrent epistaxis?

The nurse admitting a client who is insulin dependent to the same-day surgical suite for carpal tunnel surgery. How should this client’s diagnosis of type 1 diabetes affect the care that the nurse plans?