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A client is receiving atropine prior to surgery to reduce secretions. The nurse notes the client develops tachycardia. What is the nurse’s priority interpretation?

A client is admitted with confusion, weakness, and a serum calcium level of 15 mg/dL. Vital signs are stable. What is the priority intervention?

A client taking gabapentin reports improved pain but increased drowsiness. What is the nurse’s best response?

Which findings are expected in Cushing syndrome? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client with type 2 diabetes who has a BMI of 34, fasting glucose of 168 mg/dL, and reports limited improvement despite diet changes over the past 3 months. Which medication does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed to address the underlying pathophysiology?

Which findings indicate hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.

A client with type 2 diabetes is prescribed metformin, glyburide, and canagliflozin. The client presents with: • Dizziness • Diaphoresis • Blood glucose: 62 mg/dL • Blood pressure: 88/54 mmHg • Creatinine: elevated Identify TWO medications that should be held immediately and explain the pathophysiologic rationale for each.

Cancer of the __________ is the most common nonskin type of cancer in male individuals.

Pubic hair should be shaved for hygiene purposes.

Which patient would not be contraindicated for a sleep apnea appliance that is made in the dental office?