The nurse is caring for a hospitalized client receiving low-dose subcutaneous heparin for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to monitor?

A patient has received 10 units of regular insulin at 0630. At 1000, the UAP tells the nurse that the patient is reporting feeling dizzy and has a headache. What should the nurse do first?

The nurse is teaching a client about anticoagulant therapy prescribed for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which therapeutic effects of anticoagulant therapy should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

In a teaching plan about dietary concerns for a diabetic patient, the nurse the nurse would include which current guidelines in their teaching?

An uncoagulated patient who is 6 hours postoperative is suddenly exhibiting dyspnea and decreased oxygen saturation. The nurse is concerned for a pulmonary embolism. Which test/procedure provides the best diagnostic information?

A patient with chronic arterial insufficiency has been started on pentoxifylline (Trental) for the management of the disease. What is the mechanism of action?

Labetalol is prescribed for a patient diagnosed with hypertension. The nurse should consult with the health care provider before giving this drug when the patient reveals a history of which of the following?

A patient with hypotension is to receive Dopamine 15 mcg/kg/min. The client weighs 180 pounds. The pharmacy supplies Dopamine as 200 mg in 100 ml D5W to be infused with a pump. Calculate the Dopamine infusion rate to the nearest tenth. 

This career development theory emphasizes the “goodness of fit” between an individual and their work environment, based on the person’s needs, values, skills, and abilities. Which theory does this describe?

Which of the following best exemplifies systems-level advocacy as outlined in the ACA Advocacy Competencies?