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Using the wheel and axle principle, which elevator would be preferred to remove a mesial root that remains in the socket after an extraction of tooth 36?

A nurse is administering a unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) to a client. The nurse plans to monitor the client’s vital signs to detect early signs of a transfusion reaction. Which schedule promotes patient safety and is most appropriate for monitoring vital signs during the transfusion?

A nursing student reports to the primary nurse that a client’s peripheral IV site is swollen, cool, and pale. How should the primary nurse interpret these findings?

A nurse is speaking with a client who recently learned they will need long-term dialysis. The client says, “I’m scared my life is never going to be normal again.” Which response by the nurse is best?

The nurse is changing tracheostomy ties for a newly placed tracheostomy. Which action is correct?

A nurse is caring for a client who says, “I’m tired of everyone telling me what to do.” Which nurse response best demonstrates assertive and therapeutic communication?

A nurse is preparing to administer a blood transfusion and reviews compatible IV solutions. Which of the following IV fluids are appropriate to use for blood transfusion?

A client states, “I feel exhausted, frustrated, and discouraged since starting treatment, but I still want to keep going because my family depends on me.” The nurse responds, “It sounds like you’re feeling overwhelmed, yet still motivated to continue because your family is important to you.” Which communication technique is the nurse using?

Before initiating the blood transfusion, the RN will have a second nurse verify which of the following? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client who says, “I missed my blood pressure pills yesterday because I was out all day.” Which nurse response is most therapeutic?