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Question: A patient who was found unconscious in a burning house is brought to the emergency department by ambulance. Which action would the nurse take first?

Question: A postoperative patient reports a pain level of 8/10 on the numeric rating scale. The nurse administers the prescribed IV opioid and documents the intervention. Which action demonstrates the nurse is following best practices for pain management?

Question: A patient who has diabetes is starting on intensive insulin therapy. Which type of insulin will the nurse explain for mealtime coverage?

Question: A nurse is reviewing infection control on the unit. Which of the following scenarios best represents the link of “portal of entry” in the chain of infection?

Question: Which finding should the nurse report immediately for a patient with thrombocytopenia?

Question: A preoperative patient is being prepped for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The patient asks the nurse, “Can you explain the risks and benefits of this surgery?” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

Question: A nurse is caring for a patient with a surgical wound that is red, swollen, and has purulent drainage. Which action should the nurse take first?

Question: Which information in the patient history would indicate a possible cause of acute glomerulonephritis?

Question: After change-of-shift report on the memory care unit, which patient with dementia will the nurse assess first?

Question: Which finding would the nurse expect when assessing a patient who is experiencing a cluster headache?