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A 64-year-old man was diagnosed 19 months ago with bilateral osteoarthritis (OA) in his knees, and has come to his family physician for a checkup. The client and his physician are discussing the effects of his health problem and the measures that the man has taken to accommodate and treat his OA in his daily routines. Which statement by the client would necessitate further teaching?

After several months of persistent heartburn, a 57-year-old female client has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which treatment regimen is likely to best address the woman’s health problem?

When counseling an adolescent client with a meniscus injury from sports, which treatment conservative measure(s) will the nurse provide education? Select all that apply.

Which individuals are at risk for developing urinary obstructions? Select all that apply.

A nurse is teaching a student about nephrotic syndrome. Which statement(s) about the pathogenesis of nephrotic syndrome is accurate and should be included in the education? Select all that apply.

A 51-year-old male has been diagnosed with alcohol-induced liver disease. He admits to the nurse he does not understand what the liver does in the body. Which of these statements best explains the liver’s function?

The nurse is caring for a client in intensive care receiving mechanical ventilation and intravenous insulin infusion. The nurse notes sudden onset hypotension, tachycardia, and jugular vein distension. What should the nurse do first?

While reviewing the following diagnostic findings on a group of clients with joint complaints, which finding would be a priority for further investigation and possible medical intervention?

The nurse is planning the care for a client with acute kidney injury (AKI). What should the nurse prioritize in the client’s plan of care? Select all that apply.

A female client presented to her primary care physician with classic signs/symptoms of Cushing syndrome. Upon testing, it was discovered that the client had vaginal small cell carcinoma. How can the health care providers explain the Cushing syndrome signs/symptoms to this client?