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33. A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child who has sustained a fracture of the forearm. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize during the initial assessment?

17. The nurse should anticipate the need to teach a patient who has osteoarthritis (OA) about which medication?

23. The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving growth hormone. Which assessment will the nurse monitor daily?

15. Which nursing action can the nurse delegate to experienced unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who are working in the diabetic clinic?

42. An older adult client is admitted to the hospital after a fall. The nurse identifies a risk for impaired mobility. What intervention should the nurse prioritize to prevent further decline in mobility?

28. A 35-year-old woman reports lethargy, difficulty remembering things, facial edema, dry skin, and cessation of menses. The nurse notes a heart rate of 60 beats per minute and a weight increase of 5 pounds from a previous visit. The nurse suspects the patient will be diagnosed with which of the following?

44.  A nurse is caring for a client who sustained a sprained ankle during a basketball game. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize to manage acute pain and promote healing?

43. The home health nurse is providing in-home safety prevention education to a 74 year old client and the caregiver. Which of the following are appropriate to include in the education? Select all that apply.

21. What finding should indicate to the nurse that colchicine has been effective for a patient with an acute attack of gout?

40. An older adult client is at risk for osteoporosis. Which nursing intervention is essential for preventing fractures in this population?