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Instructions: Flow rates should be rounded to the whole number. Units must be included. Order: 1000 mL D5 LR in 10 hours.  What is the flow rate?

When preparing the client’s skin prior to an injection, where should the motion for cleansing begin? 

A nurse is assessing the client’s nutritional intake prior to admission and notes that the client has lost 10 pounds over the last 2 months. Which statement indicates the most appropriate therapeutic communication technique to utilize in order to gain information about this weight loss?

A nurse needs to administer a prescribed dose of a narcotic medication to a client with acute neck pain. Which of the following precautions should the nurse take when storing narcotic medications?

In what situation is it acceptable to repeat back a verbal prescription without writing it down first?

What consideration should the nurse keep in mind regarding the use of side rails for the client who is confused?

Where would the nurse place pillows to maintain correct body alignment while positioning a client in the left lateral position?  Select all that apply.

The nurse is preparing to draw up a medication that is supplied in a glass ampule.  Place in the order of proper sequence, the steps for correctly drawing up a medication supplied in a glass ampule.

The client asks the nurse to leave her 0800 medications at her bedside and she will take them with breakfast. Which of the following would be the best response?

Which nursing intervention demonstrates proper wheelchair safety?