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An older adult client presents with crushing pain on the left side of the chest. After the client is examined, it is found that they have has unstable angina. Which intervention to reduce the pain is appropriate for the client?

A client is experiencing chest pain, dyspnea, and an increased respiratory rate. Chest expansion is found to be asymmetrical with hyperresonance during percussion. Which condition is indicated by this data?

Which gastrointestinal disorder occurs after bariatric surgery involving removal of part of the stomach?

While examining a client, the primary health-care provider finds the client has symptoms that include cough, nasal discharge, sore throat, and aching muscles. Physical assessment findings include yellow and green mucus production, wheezing, and rhonchi. Which interventions does the primary health-care provider order for the client?

An older adult client with a history of spinal injury required long-term use of an indwelling urinary catheter. A routine urine culture reveals the presence of Proteus mirabilis. Monitor for which complication?

The nurse is providing care for a client after major surgery requiring multiple blood transfusions. The health-care provider prescribes frequent laboratory testing. The nurse is asked to call immediately if the client exhibits any manifestations of disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (DIC). Which early assessment finding warrants an immediate call from the nurse?

What is the purpose of a Greenfield filter?

Which statements apply to a FRAX score? Select all that apply.

A client is admitted with the diagnosis of an ischemic stroke involving the middle cerebral artery. For which reason is this considered to be serious?

A client with diabetes is prescribed exenatide. What are the immediate effects of the drug that can be observed in the client? Select all that apply.