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A patient with SIADH receives 3% hypertonic saline. Which assessment is MOST critical?

A patient receiving rifampin calls the clinic worried that his urine and tears are orange. Which statement by the nurse is MOST accurate?

A patient with seizure disorder on valproic acid has new jaundice and right upper quadrant tenderness. Which action is MOST appropriate?

A patient in septic shock is receiving a continuous epinephrine infusion. Suddenly, he reports palpitations and chest pressure; HR increases to 136, BP rises to 190/110. Which nursing action is PRIORITY?

A 70-year-old with narrow-angle glaucoma is prescribed diphenhydramine for insomnia.What is the most appropriate nurse action?

A patient with systemic fungal infection receives amphotericin B. After infusion, he develops chills, fever, hypotension, and rising creatinine. Which complications is the nurse MOST concerned about? (Select all that apply.)

A patient asks how to know if their diabetes therapy is effective over several months. Which lab value best reflects long-term glycemic control?

Which patient is at the highest risk for serious complications from NSAID therapy?

A 38-year-old with a history of asthma and hypertension is prescribed propranolol. Which assessment finding makes the nurse question this prescription?

Facial behavior is considered the most powerful form of nonverbal communication.