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A nurse is examining a patient reporting right upper quadrant (RUQ) abdominal pain. What technique would the nurse use to assess this patient’s abdomen?

An older patient has returned to the surgical unit after a total hip replacement. The patient is confused and restless. What intervention by the nurse is most important to prevent injury?

A student nurse asks the nursing instructor what “apoptosis” means. What response by the instructor is best?

The nurse is working with patients who have esophageal disorders. The nurse would assess the patients for which manifestations? (Select all that apply.)

A patient is scheduled for a colonoscopy and the nurse has provided instructions on the bowel cleansing regimen. What statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

The nurse on the postoperative inpatient unit assesses a patient after a total hip replacement. The patient’s surgical leg is visibly shorter than the other one and the patient reports extreme pain. While a coworker calls the surgeon, what action by the nurse is best?

A nurse assesses a patient who has ulcerative colitis and severe diarrhea. Which assessment would the nurse complete first?

A nurse is assessing a dark-skinned patient for pallor. What action is best?

A clinic nurse is working with an older patient. What assessment is most important for preventing infections in this patient?

A nurse assesses a patient who has ulcerative colitis and severe diarrhea. Which assessment would the nurse complete first?