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Fluid shifts in the semicircular canals of the ___(1)___ ear play an important role in our ability to ___(2)___. 

A nurse is teaching a patient about the different types of pain. Which of the following describe characteristics of nociceptive pain? Select all the apply.

A client is scheduled for elective surgery with the general anesthetic, isoflurane. The nurse will monitor this client for what adverse effect if this client is a smoker?

What is the most effective way for the nurse to evaluate the client’s pain response after administering an opioid analgesic?

A patient presents with widespread, yellowish discoloration of the skin and sclera. The nurse should recognize this condition as indicative of what underlying problem?

A 65-year-old patient is admitted with reports of dizziness, rapid heart rate, and oliguria. The nurse assesses the patient’s vital signs and documents the blood pressure as hypotensive. What is the most likely contributing factor that led to these symptoms?  

A client asks the nurse to recommend foods that will help maintain strong bone health. Which foods will the nurse recommend to this client? (Select all that apply)

Which patient position is typically recommended during the postoperative phase of nursing care to promote optimal respiratory function and prevent complications?

The nurse’s review of a client’s most recent blood work reveals a significant increase in the number of leukocytes. The nurse’s subsequent assessment should focus on which of the following?

A patient with a gastric tube is receiving hypotonic feedings to maintain nutrition. What priority consideration must the nurse make when administering these feedings?