In the emergency department, a patient’s vital signs are: blood pressure (BP), 66/40 mm Hg; pulse (P), 140 beats/min (bpm); and respirations (R), 8 breaths per minute and shallow. The patient overdosed on illegally obtained hydromorphone. What is the priority outcome for this patient?

A patient is pacing the hall near the nurses’ station and swearing loudly. An appropriate initial intervention for the nurse would be to address the patient by name and say what?

A patient has progressive memory deficit associated with dementia. Which nursing intervention would best help the individual function in the environment?

Which assessment finding presents the greatest risk for violent behavior?

An emergency department nurse realizes that the spouse of a patient is becoming increasingly irritable while waiting. Which intervention should the nurse use to prevent escalation of anger?

A nurse talks with a person whose spouse died suddenly while jogging. Which is the appropriate statement for the nurse?

A patient experiencing fluctuating levels of awareness, confusion, and disturbed orientation shouts, “Bugs are crawling on my legs! Get them off!” Which problem is the patient experiencing?

Do you have any questions about the admission process?

Why did you enroll at NDSU?

Which of the following factors are associated with obesity (select one or more)?