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A nurse is providing care for an elderly client whose analgesia has been ordered by the IV route. While reviewing the client’s medication administration record, the nurse observes that the dosage range differs from that of most young adult clients. What is the most likely rationale for this difference?

You are caring for a 63 year old male who suffered a massive hemorrhagic stroke. On initial assessment, your patient’s vital signs were T 99.1F, HR 114, BP 100/64, RR 26, and O2 saturation of 94% on 70% FiO2. Two hours later, you note the patient’s HR is now 48, BP 68/43, and the patient has Cheynes-Stokes respirations. Based on these findings, the patient likely has neurogenic shock from? 

A nurse is caring for a client who has developed phlebitis at a peripheral IV site. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform to avoid further complications and provide relief to the client?

The _____________________gland(s) receives information directly from the nervous system, and transmits information to the pituitary gland that guides hormone release.

Implanted catheters have a self-sealing port pierced through the skin with a special needle for the administration of IV medications or solutions.

An 81-year-old client has been admitted to the hospital during an exacerbation of chronic heart failure that has resulted in peripheral edema and hypervolemia. This client’s fluid volume could be best reduced by which of the following methods?

True or False.  You are a student nurse.  You work hard to study and practice skills.  Sometimes it’s overwhelming, but you’re doing a great job.  All of this hard work will be worth it.  You’re on your way to being an amazing nurse!

A nurse is administering a subcutaneous injection to a client. What is the maximum volume that the nurse may administer by this route?

A 23 year old impulsive male jumps off a balcony into a pool and hits his head. He shakes it off, but within 10 minutes has a change in mental status, severe vomiting, and seizures. Given the information provided, what sort of injury would be most likely seen on a Head CT?

A 51 year old female with a recently diagnosed brain tumor presents with mental status changes. She has excessive urine output with high serum osmolality and low urine osmolality. These clinical findings are concerning for?