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The nurse evaluates that administration of hepatitis B vaccine to a healthy patient has been effective when the patient’s blood specimen reveals

After teaching a client who has plans to travel to a non-industrialized country, the nurse assesses the client’s understanding regarding the prevention of viral hepatitis. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?

After teaching a client who has alcohol-induced cirrhosis, a nurse assesses the client’s understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?

Which intervention will the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?

A client is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg/day for management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). To detect the positive effect of the medication, what action of the nurse is best?

The nurse determines that demeclocycline is effective for a patient with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) based on finding that the patient’s

A 38-yr-old patient who had a kidney transplant 8 years ago is receiving the immunosuppressants tacrolimus (Prograf), cyclosporine (Sandimmune), and prednisone . Which assessment data will be of most concern to the nurse?

A patient with cirrhosis has ascites and 4+ edema of the feet and legs. Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care?

A nurse cares for a client who has chronic cirrhosis from substance abuse. The client states, “All of my family hates me.” How should the nurse respond?

A client has a serum potassium level of 6.5 mmol/L, a serum creatinine level of 2 mg/dL, and a urine output of 350 mL/day. What is the best action by the nurse?