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A client with a myocardial infarction is going into cardiogenic shock. Because of myocardial ischemia, a nurse would carefully assess the client for:

The nurse is evaluating a 12-lead ECG of a client admitted with an acute STEMI. The nurse anticipates which ECG change related to the acute STEMI?

A client with no history of cardiovascular disease presents to the ER with flu-like symptoms. The client suddenly complains of chest pain. Which of the following questions would best help the nurse to identify pain caused by a non-cardiac problem?

The nurse is caring for a client who experienced a pulseless electrical activity (PEA) arrest. The nurse knows which of the following are potential causes for PEA? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is caring for a client with a right femoral intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP). The nurse is aware that the most common complication of the IABP support is: 

The nurse is caring for a client on Veno-Arterial (V-A) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The client was placed on V-A ECMO two weeks ago. The client is currently on heparin and nicardipine continuous infusions. Which assessment finding requires immediate follow-up by the nurse?

A community health nurse prepares to educate 14-year-old students about puberty and adolescent health. Which teaching method would be most effective for this age group?

A community health nurse evaluates a patient’s readiness to adopt a new lifestyle modification plan. Which of the following patient statements most strongly indicates a high likelihood of success?

A community health nurse is evaluating a new screening test for cardiovascular disease. The test has high specificity but low sensitivity. What potential issue might arise from using this test in a community screening program?

A community health nurse has completed a comprehensive assessment of a multigenerational household using the GF 11 Health Patterns. The nurse then formulates a Family Nursing Wellness Diagnosis. What is the primary purpose of developing a wellness nursing diagnosis for this family?