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A nurse assesses a client with renal insufficiency and a low red blood cell count. The client asks, “Is my anemia related to the renal insufficiency?” How should the nurse respond?

A nurse is assessing a client who presents with a scaly rash over the palms and soles of the feet and the feeling of muscle aches and malaise. The nurse suspects syphilis. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

Once a diagnosis of syphilis is confirmed, the nurse understands that she must report the illness to which entity?

A nurse assesses a client with bladder cancer who is recovering from a complete cystectomy with ileal conduit. Which assessment finding should alert the nurse to urgently contact the health care provider?

A nurse teaches a client who is recovering from a nephrectomy secondary to kidney trauma. Which statement should the nurse include in this client’s teaching?

A client with myasthenia gravis (MG) asks the nurse to explain the disease. What response by the nurse is best?

Which patient is exhibiting manifestations consistent with the primary stage of syphilis?

The portion of the brain responsible for the control of body temperature, appetite, and water balance is the:

A nurse assesses clients on the medical-surgical unit. Which client is at greatest risk for bladder cancer?

To which factor(s) can the rise in the number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) be attributed? (Select all that apply.)