A male client with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is schedul…

A male client with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is scheduled to receive an erythropoietin injection today as part of the dialysis regimen. Recent laboratory results show a hemoglobin (Hg) level of 13.0 g/dL (normal reference range: 13.8-17.2 g/dL for males). Based on this information, how should the nurse respond?

Cheilitis.jpg During a routine office visit the nurse notes…

Cheilitis.jpg During a routine office visit the nurse notes broken skin at the corners of a male client’s mouth (see picture). The area occasionally bleeds, has crusts and is painful. Lips are dry. Client complains of fatigue and some shortness of breath on exertion. A review of labs shows these values: Hg 9.4 g/dL (13.8-17.2 g/dL) HCT 28.2 % (40.7-53%) What condition does the nurse suspect may be present?

A nurse is assessing a 62-year-old client who reports persis…

A nurse is assessing a 62-year-old client who reports persistent fatigue, occasional confusion, numbness and tingling in the feet, and difficulty maintaining balance when walking. On examination, the nurse notes a smooth, red tongue. Which condition should the nurse suspect?