The nurse is working in an urgent care clinic that has stand…

The nurse is working in an urgent care clinic that has standardized treatment protocols for implementation by nursing staff. After reviewing the history, physical assessment, and vital signs for a 60-yr-old patient as shown in the accompanying figure, which action would the nurse take first?

The caregiver of a 16-year old expresses concern to the nurs…

The caregiver of a 16-year old expresses concern to the nurse regarding their child’s recent behavior changes. The caregiver reports the child has been cycling through several peer groups, frequently changing clothing and hairstyles to match each group. The caregiver also states the child is increasingly rude and argumentative with family members at home. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?