A nurse in the emergency department is preparing to administ…

A nurse in the emergency department is preparing to administer naloxone 0.4 mg IV bolus to a client who has opioid-induced respiratory depression. Available is naloxone injection 0.2 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? Round the answer to the nearest whole number

A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client w…

A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client with a sucking chest wound resulting from a gunshot. The client’s vital signs include a blood pressure of 100/60 mm Hg, a weak pulse rate of 118/min, and a respiratory rate of 40/min. Which of the following actions is most important for the nurse to take first?

A nurse admits a new client 18 hours post-abdominal surgery…

A nurse admits a new client 18 hours post-abdominal surgery with a nasogastric tube to low suction. The client reports increased anxiety and exhibits dizziness, tingling in the extremities, and a decreased level of consciousness. The client’s respiratory rate is 32 breaths/min, and the latest arterial blood gases (ABGs) reveal:pH: 7.48PaCO₂: 28 mm HgHCO₃⁻: 22 mEq/LWhich action should the nurse take first?