A nurse is conducting a physical assessment of the auditory system. Which actions are appropriate during otoscopic examination of an adult client? Select all that apply.
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A nurse is interpreting arterial blood gas (ABG) results for…
A nurse is interpreting arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a client suspected of having acute respiratory failure (ARF). The client’s ABG reveals a PaO2 of 55 mm Hg, a PaCO2 of 42 mm Hg, and a pH of 7.40. Based on these findings, the nurse should classify this client’s ARF as:
Glandular tissues that self-destruct in order to function ar…
Glandular tissues that self-destruct in order to function are referred to as
A nurse is performing an assessment of a client’s eyes, star…
A nurse is performing an assessment of a client’s eyes, starting with initial observations and then progressing to functional status. Which techniques are appropriate for the nurse to use during the initial observation phase of the assessment? Select all that apply.
A student nurse is assigned to the surgical unit. Which acti…
A student nurse is assigned to the surgical unit. Which actions demonstrate understanding of how to safely manage movement and contamination risk in the surgical department? Select all that apply.
A client with COPD is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid (…
A client with COPD is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) along with a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA). The client asks why they cannot just take the ICS by itself, as their friend with asthma does. The nurse’s explanation should emphasize that in COPD, unlike asthma, an ICS is generally not used as monotherapy due to:
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen therapy via…
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen therapy via high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC). When reviewing the benefits of this device, which clinical advantages should the nurse include in client education? Select all that apply.
A nurse is educating a client about long-term management fol…
A nurse is educating a client about long-term management following a pulmonary embolism. The client is prescribed warfarin. The nurse should inform the client that warfarin therapy is typically reevaluated after what minimum duration?
A nurse is caring for a client with acute airway obstruction…
A nurse is caring for a client with acute airway obstruction due to anaphylaxis. What actions should the nurse take immediately? Select all that apply.
A family brings their 8-year-old child to the clinic after a…
A family brings their 8-year-old child to the clinic after a confirmed diagnosis of pediculosis capitis (head lice). They ask the nurse how to effectively complete the treatment plan at home. Which statements by the parents indicate correct understanding? Select all that apply.