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A nurse has a handwritten prescription that is difficult to read. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to avoid an error in medication administration?

The nurse reinforces instructions to a pregnant client regarding the administration of iron. The nurse determines that the teaching is effective if the client states that she will take the iron with which food item?

A nurse is measuring the vital signs of a client with suspected hypovolemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Which of the following conditions involves a focal immune dysfunction in which a decreased ratio of T-helper to T-suppressor/cytotoxic cells can be seen?

The nurse is educating a patient who follows a strict vegan diet. What supplement will the nurse encourage this patient to take to avoid a deficiency?

A nurse is caring for a patient on a low-fat diet. Which water-soluble vitamin should be included when planning this patient’s diet?

Renal failure clients have an increased risk of electrolyte imbalances. Which electrolyte has the greatest potential for creating a life-threatening complication?

A nurse is calculating a client’s intake and output for the shift from 0700-1700. The client’s intake included 100 mL/hr. 0.9% sodium chloride IV solution,  6-oz of coffee, 6 oz of water, 180-mL bowl of soup, 3 oz of flavored gelatin, and 3 oz of ice cream. How many milliliters should the nurse document as the client’s total intake for the shift? _______________

Which are the energy-providing essential nutrients? (Select all that apply.)