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The nurse is transferring a weak patient to a chair with a gait belt. Which action is most correct?

The nurse is caring for an older adult who has new unsteadiness while ambulating. Which action is the priority?

The nurse is obtaining orthostatic BPs. Which sequence is correct?

The nurse is flushing a peripheral IV lock. Which technique is correct?

Scenario: Patient with tracheostomy becomes acutely dyspneic, using accessory muscles. Trach tube is dislodged. O₂ sat = 85%. Evaluate Outcomes (SATA): What clinical indications show improvement in the client condition? Select all that apply.

What is the priority before feeding via NG tube?

A 68-year-old patient with heart failure and diuretic use presents with weakness. Labs show: K⁺ = 3.0 mEq/L. Cardiac monitor: frequent PVCs. Provider order: Potassium chloride 20 mEq IV push STAT. Generate Solutions (SATA): What is the appropriate action? Select all that apply.

A patient on continuous NG feeding develops coughing, nausea, and crackles. Residual = 600 mL. Generate Solutions (SATA): What interventions would you anticipate for this client

Which patient statement indicates effective pain management?

After 10 hours of feeding, new data: Gastric residual: 320 mL Blood glucose: 215 mg/dL Client restless, coughing intermittently Respiratory rate: 26/min Which findings suggest feeding intolerance or complications? Select all that apply.