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A client is receiving fluid replacement with lactated Ringer’s solution after 40% of the body was burned 10 hours ago. The assessment reveals a temperature of 97.1°F (36.2°C), heart rate of 122 bpm, blood pressure of 84/42 mm Hg, and urine output of 25 mL for the last 2 hours. The intravenous (IV) rate is currently at 375 mL per hour. Using the SBAR (Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation) technique for communication, the nurse should request which prescription from the health care provider?

Which finding would the nurse plan to assess for in a patient diagnosed with a pheochromocytoma?

A patient with a suspected urinary tract infection is to provide a clean-catch urine specimen for culture and sensitivity testing. What would the nurse do to obtain the specimen?

Which topic would the nurse include when teaching the patient ways to prevent the recurrence of kidney stones?

A patient develops neutropenia after receiving chemotherapy. Which information about ways to prevent infection will the nurse include in the teaching plan? Select all that apply

A 68-yr-old patient admitted to the hospital with dehydration is confused and incontinent of urine. Which action would the nurse include in the plan of care?

Which action would the nurse take when caring for a patient who is receiving chemotherapy and reports forgetfulness and problems with concentration?

A 27-yr-old patient admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has a serum glucose level of 732 mg/dL and serum potassium level of 3.1 mEq/L. Which of the following actions prescribed by the health care provider would the nurse implement first?

A 20-year-old patient with a history of intravenous drug use (IVDU) presents to the clinic with a fever, swollen lymph nodes, and night sweats. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test for the patient?

External-beam radiation is planned for a patient with cervical cancer. What instructions would the nurse give the patient to prevent complications from the effects of the radiation?