The nurse is caring for a client with bacterial pneumonia.  The nurse understands which lab value would indicated an infection?

A client is being treated for acute cholecystitis.  The client is instructed on dietary measures to reduce the possibility of recurrent episodes.  Which client comment indicates a need for additional teaching?

The doctor orders 20mg of Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) to be given every 6 hours.  The available concentration is 10mg per 5 ML.  How many milliters should the nurse administer per dose? [BLANK-1]

The nurse is providing care for an adult client with a diagnosis of viral rhinitis.  The HCP orders acetaminophen and a decongestant.  Additionally, the HCP orders rest, increase in Vitamin C and oral fluids.  Which client health information will cause the nurse to question of the orders?

The client is scheduled for colon surgery which will require the placement of a colostomy.  The wound, ostomy, and continence nurse (WOcN) will evaluate the client for correct stoma placement.  Which consideration by the nurse will most impact skin integrity?

A client presents with abdominal pain.  The nurse knows which pain description is consistent with appendicitis?

A client is being discharged from the hospital with diarrhea and the nurse has completed her education.  Which statement by the client indicates that teaching was effective?

The nurse is obtaining information from a client which is obese and has diabetes mellitis (DM.  Upon assessment, the nurse notes generalized ecchymosis, and enlarged and tender liver upon palpation, and evidence of ascites with inspection.  What is the concern of the nurse?  

The client presents at the Emergency Room (ER) with epigastric pain.  The client’s temperature is 101.4 F, heart rate is 101, respiratory rate is 22.  Which additional symptom will the nurse associate as a possible sign of cholelithiasis?

Identify this rhythm [BLANK-1]