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A school nurse assesses a child’s hair for pediculosis capitis (head lice). Which of the following manifestations should the nurse recognize as an indication of this condition?

A nurse is assessing a client’s vascular system.  Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when evaluating the carotid arteries?

A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a pediatric client with gastroenteritis. Which findings should the nurse identify indicating the client is dehydrated?

The behavioral health nurse is leading a class on emotion-focused coping strategies. Which of the following are examples of emotion-focused coping strategies helpful in reducing symptoms of somatic symptom disorder? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is using grounding techniques with their client experiencing a flashback caused by post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following best describes the reasons for using this technique.

A client is brought to the emergency department with suspected overdose of a benzodiazepine. Which drug should the nurse anticipate administering to counteract the effects of the overdose?

The nurse manager overhears two staff members talking in the snack room. One of the staff members states, “Her superficial cuts are just a means of getting our attention. She never should have been admitted. I hope she’s out of here soon.” Which response by the nurse manager is most appropriate?

The client is experiencing night terrors. Which of the following would the nurse know are the major elements of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? (Select all that apply) 

The nurse is educating a client and family about managing panic attacks after discharge from treatment. The nurse includes which of the following in the discharge teaching? (Select all that apply)

A 22 year old client is seen in the emergency department fearing she is experiencing a stroke. Her main symptoms are a numb and weak left arm and hand. She explains to the triage nurse her first performance is tomorrow night and she has a solo on the bass guitar. She cannot possibly play the guitar with her “arm like this.” What is the consequence of this symptom, resulting in her inability to perform?