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The nurse in the emergency department is assisting with the care of a client who is comatose.  The provider suspects ketoacidosis.  Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

The nurse is caring for the client with encephalitis.  Which intervention should the nurse implement first if the client is experiencing a complication?

 nurse is collecting data from a client whose arterial blood gas values reveal a pH of 7.24, PaCO2 of 53, and an HCO3 of 24.  The nurse should prepare to treat the client for which of the following acid-base imbalances? 

The nurse is collecting data on a client diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.  Which finding supports this diagnosis?

In evaluating a client with a thoracic spinal cord injury, which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect to find to support the diagnosis of spinal shock?

The client has full-thickness burns to 65% of the body, including the chest area.  After establishing a patent airway, which collaborative intervention is priority for the client?

After gallbladder surgery, a client suddenly experiences dyspnea and severe chest pain.  A pulmonary embolism is suspected. Where did the client’s embolism most likely originate?

The nurse and an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are caring for clients on a medical unit.  Which nursing task cannot be delegated to the UAP.

If a country saves more than it invests, we will see that the country ends up with a trade surplus. 

Which psychosocial problem should be included in the plan of care for a female client diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome?