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The nurse is caring for four clients with liver cirrhosis. Which client should the nurse assess first?

A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with acute appendicitis. Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor for that indicates the appendix has ruptured?

A client presents to the clinic with complaints of intermittent abdominal cramping, bloating, and alternating episodes of diarrhea and constipation for the past three months. The client denies fever, rectal bleeding, or weight loss. Which of the following conditions is most likely?

A nursing student asks about the underlying cause of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following is the best explanation of the pathophysiology of SLE?

The nurse is caring for four clients with liver cirrhosis. Which client should the nurse assess first?

A nurse is assessing a client who presents with sudden onset of joint pain and swelling in the great toe. Laboratory results reveal elevated serum uric acid levels. What is the most likely cause of the client’s symptoms?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who is prescribed allopurinol . Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates correct understanding of the medication?

A client who has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has heartburn. To decrease the heartburn, the nurse should instruct the client to eliminate which items from the diet? Select all that apply.            

A client who has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has heartburn. To decrease the heartburn, the nurse should instruct the client to eliminate which items from the diet? Select all that apply.            

The nurse is teaching a community group about colorectal cancer. Which of the following individuals is at greatest risk for developing colon cancer?