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A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI) who is receiving desmopressin as part of the treatment plan. During the evening assessment, the nurse notes the patient has a significantly increased urine output and persistent thirst. Which action should the nurse take first?

A nurse is caring for a patient with sickle cell anemia who is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize to manage the patient’s pain effectively?  

Which of the following crystalloid solutions are isotonic? Select all that apply

Which of the following findings are manifestations of phlebitis? Select all that apply

The nurse is caring for an unresponsive terminally ill client who has 20-second periods of apnea followed by periods of deep and rapid breathing. What action by the nurse would be appropriate?

A nurse is developing a care plan for a patient in palliative care who has advanced heart failure. The patient expresses a desire to focus on pain management and spend quality time with family. Which goal should the nurse prioritize in the care plan?

A client diagnosed with a terminal illness appoints her oldest son as the authorized individual to make medical decisions on her behalf when she is no longer able to speak for herself. Which proxy directive is the patient using?

A client is admitted for treatment of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which of the following interventions should the  nurse prioritize for this client?

A nurse is preparing to administer intravenous (IV) fluids to a patient who is dehydrated due to vomiting and diarrhea. The healthcare provider has prescribed 0.9% saline (normal saline) at 125 mL/hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first before initiating the IV fluid administration?

State the law of Markovnikov.   (2 marks)