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The nurse is reviewing the history of a client with bladder cancer. The nurse expects to note documentation of which most common sign or symptom of this type of cancer?

List at least four (4) of the “6 Ps” symptoms of compartment syndrome.

Which CNS autoimmune inflammatory disease is characterized by destruction of myelin producing cells causing disruption in nerve conduction and progressive weakness? 

What is the most common composition of renal stones?

Identify the area where there is a subdural hematoma by placing an x on the spot

What is a potential consequence of folic acid deficiency during preconception and early stages of pregnancy?

A client with chronic kidney disease is on a special diet. What does the diet consist of? (Select all that apply)

In the setting of a spinal cord injury, what is the condition in which the patient experiences paroxysmal hypertension (up to 300 mmHg, systolic), a pounding headache, blurred vision, flushing of the skin, piloerection and bradycardia (30 to 40 beats/min)?

What test would the nurse suspect that the provider would order to determine if the client with bone pain has osteoporosis? 

The nurse reviews the laboratory report of a client and concludes that the client has diabetes. Which finding helped the nurse to reach this conclusion?