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Which question or statement would be appropriate when attempting to elicit further information during a health history interview?

The nurse makes a late entry in a client’s record.  Which is the most complete and accurate example of documentation?

A client who is receiving chemotherapy and experiencing significant nausea asks the nurse about using aromatherapy to help alleviate the nausea. Which essential oil would the nurse most likely suggest to address the client’s nausea?

Which assessment data should be validated by the nurse?

A nurse is discussing wound treatment with a client. Which statement by the nurse would be most therapeutic?

For which client might the nurse need to alter the plan of care based on the principles of the client’s chosen medical system?

The nurse weighs the client using a portable bed scale. The obtained weight is 10 lb (4.5 kg) more than the nurse expected. What action does the nurse take next?

What are the correct steps when pouring liquid medications?  Select all that apply 

 Lanoxin, digoxin, is a medication frequently utilized to treat heart disease.  What is the most appropriate nursing consideration when administering this medication?  

A client is admitted on the previous shift with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and now has a serum potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L. Which action prescribed by the health care provider should the nurse take first?