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After rolling the ankle outwards when jogging, a client develops ankle pain and swelling.  The health care provider diagnoses a lateral ankle sprain.  Which interventions does the nurse include in the discharge instructions?  Select all that apply.

The nurse assesses a client with Cushing syndrome.  Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect?  Select all that apply.

A client is admitted to the intensive care unit with suspected pheochromocytoma.  The client’s vital signs are temperature of 99.6 F (37.5 C), blood pressure (BP) of 200/110 mm Hg, heart rate of 110/min, and respirations of 20/min.  The client is sweating profusely and reports a severe headache.  Which prescription should the nurse implement first?

A client is diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).  Teaching for this client is primarily focused on which of the following?

Which statement by the client indicates understanding of lifestyle modifications for hiatal hernia?

The nurse is teaching a group of clients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus.  Which lesson regarding foot care should be included?  Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a client with suspected Graves’ disease.  Which assessment finding requires priority intervention?

The nurse receives the hand-off shift report on assigned clients.  Which information is most concerning and prompts the nurse to assess that client first?

The nurse is preparing to administer regular insulin and NPH insulin in the same syringe. What is the correct order of steps?

A client receiving IV vancomycin for osteomyelitis begins experiencing ringing in the ears. What is the nurse’s priority action?