A client has been admitted to the hospital for urinary tract infection due to dehydration. The nurse determines that the client has received adequate volume replacement if the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level is reported at which value?
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The nurse receives a change-of-shift report on the following…
The nurse receives a change-of-shift report on the following clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which client should the nurse assess first?
A client with recurring pyrosis receives a new prescription…
A client with recurring pyrosis receives a new prescription for pantoprazole. In teaching the client about this medication, the nurse explains that this drug does which of the following?
The client with Raynaud’s disease complains of cold and numb…
The client with Raynaud’s disease complains of cold and numbness in her fingers. The nurse assesses the client for effects of vasoconstriction. Which of the following is an early sign of vasoconstriction?
The order reads: “Give Vancomycin, 1250mg in 250mL Normal Sa…
The order reads: “Give Vancomycin, 1250mg in 250mL Normal Saline, IVPB, every 12 hours. Infuse over 90 minutes.” The nurse will set the infusion pump to what setting for mL/hour? _______
The nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed client about chronic…
The nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed client about chronic stable angina. Which intervention should be included to help the client prevent future attacks?
The nurse teaches the client with angina about the common si…
The nurse teaches the client with angina about the common side effects of nitroglycerin. The most significant is:
A client has cancer that has metastasized to her bones. She…
A client has cancer that has metastasized to her bones. She is complaining of increased thirst, polyuria, and decreased muscle tone in the legs. Her lab values are: Na 139 mEq/L, K 4.0 mEq/L, Cl 103 mEq/L, and Ca 12.5 mg/dL. What electrolyte imbalance is present?
The nurse is preparing a client to be discharged after a new…
The nurse is preparing a client to be discharged after a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which of the following statements by the client shows an understanding of the nurse’s teaching?
As discussed in the video featuring Professor McClain, what…
As discussed in the video featuring Professor McClain, what is one of the ways people can overcome the negative stereotypes applied to their group and make sure their performance is not hindered by stereotype threat?