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A checkout clerk in a grocery store reports progressive pain, numbness, and weakness in the left hand and elbow. The healthcare provider diagnoses the client with a repetitive strain injury (RSI) related to repeated scanning and lifting motions. Which statement by the nurse best explains this condition?

The client who is 24-hour post-partum tells the nurse that she is concerned because she has not had a bowel movement yet. What is the best nursing action?

A nurse is admitting a term 6 hour old newborn to the nursery following a cesarean birth. The nurse observes that the newborn’s skin is slightly yellow. This finding indicates the newborn is experiencing a complication related to which of the following?

A school-age child will begin a long-term medication at home. Which teaching strategy is most appropriate?

A nurse is assisting with collecting data from a newborn following birth. Which of the following data indicate the newborn is adapting to extrauterine life?

A frail, underweight older adult is started on a highly protein-bound drug. Which concern is most important?

The client began etanercept therapy 4 months ago after poor response to methotrexate. The nurse reviews the client’s most recent clinic assessment and laboratory findings to evaluate the effectiveness of the medication. Which findings indicate a therapeutic response to medication?

A neonate is admitted to the nursery 15 minutes after delivery. The nurse notes the baby’s feet are blue. What is the most appropriate nursing action?

A nurse notices “U” on an insulin order instead of “unit.” Which safety organization addresses this?

A nurse is teaching a group about safe use of OTC cold medications in older adults. Which statement should the nurse include?