Blog

A client who was involved in a motor vehicle crash has had a tracheostomy placed to allow for continued mechanical ventilation. How would the nurse interpret the following arterial blood gas results: pH 7.48 (7.35-7.45) CO2 32 mm Hg (35-45),  and HCO3 25 mEq/L (22-26))?

The nurse is caring for a client who reports numbness and tingling around the mouth after a partial thyroidectomy.  Which intervention will the nurse include in the plan of care?

Which problem is the priority for a client experiencing myelosuppression secondary to chemotherapy for cancer treatment?

The nurse is reviewing the electrolyte report for a client and notes findings including sodium 135 mEq/L (N),  potassium 4.1 mEq/L (N), calcium 9.5 mEq/L (N), phosphorus 4.7 mg/dL (N)  and magnesium 9.1 mg/dL (H). Which clinical manifestation would the nurse assess for?

Which are examples of Type I: IgE mediated responses? (Select all that apply)

The healthcare provider writes an order for a primary IV of 1 L D5NS with 30 mEq KCl q.12h. The IV tubing set has a drop factor of 12 gtt / mL. What is the flow rate for the gravity IV? Round to the nearest gtt. Include only the numerical answer. [BLANK-1]

Which scenario best describes active acquired immunity?

The nurse cares for a client with a serum potassium level of 2.3  mEq/L (3.5-5.0 mEq/L). Which assessment findings does the nurse expect?

The client has just started on enteral feedings and reports abdominal cramping. What is the best action by the nurse?

A frail 74-year-old client with recent severe weight loss is instructed to eat a high-protein, high-calorie diet at home. If the client likes all of the items below, which would be the most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?