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A 34-year-old woman is rescued from a house fire at 2 AM and arrives at the emergency department at 3 AM. The client weighs 132 pounds and is burned over 35% of her body. How much lactated Ringer’s solution should be infused within the next 7 hours (using 4 mL in the Parkland formula)?

During the emergent (resuscitative) phase of a burn injury, which of the following indicates that the client is requiring additional volume with fluid resuscitation?

A 55-year-old client with severe plaque psoriasis is starting a biologic therapy after topical treatments were ineffective. Which of the following nursing actions is most important before initiating therapy?

A client was admitted with severe electrical burns to the arms and chest. The client’s urine output has decreased to 40 mL/hr despite adequate fluid replacement. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

The nurse is reviewing the patient’s medical record. The nurse notes the patient has an allergy to sulfonamide antibiotics. The nurse knows that which of the following medications should be avoided in this patient?

A client comes to the clinic complaining of frequent urination, excessive thirst, and increased hunger over the past few weeks. Which nursing action is the most appropriate first step?

A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected bacterial infection. The healthcare provider prescribes a broad-spectrum antibiotic to be administered before culture and sensitivity results are available. Which statement best explains the reason for this prescription?

A client being treated for pneumonia with levofloxacin reports new-onset pain and swelling in the Achilles tendon. Which action should the nurse take?

The nurse is providing medication teaching to a client during a telehealth visit regarding a new prescription for tetracycline. Which statement by the client indicates that more teaching is required? 

A patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is being seen in the urgent care clinic for severe pain in the knuckles of bilateral hands. Prednisone 30 mg has been ordered. The RN understands all of the following are true regarding this medication, except?