A nurse is caring for a client admitted with fulminant hepat…
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with fulminant hepatic failure. The client is increasingly lethargic, has yellow sclera, and is noted to have petechiae on the arms and gums. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?
Read DetailsA 25-year-old patient is admitted with suspected meningitis….
A 25-year-old patient is admitted with suspected meningitis. The patient is alert, oriented, and afebrile but reports a worsening headache, nausea, and photophobia. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) obtained via lumbar puncture is clear and shows normal glucose, slightly elevated protein, and a predominance of lymphocytes. Based on these findings, which of the following is the nurse’s best action?
Read DetailsA client with a history of cirrhosis is admitted with hemate…
A client with a history of cirrhosis is admitted with hematemesis and hypotension. The nurse notes abdominal distention, scleral jaundice, and a heart rate of 122 bpm. Which of the following provider orders should the nurse prioritize to prevent further complications?
Read DetailsA patient who recently underwent a total hip arthroplasty (T…
A patient who recently underwent a total hip arthroplasty (THA) is at increased risk for developing venous thromboembolism (VTE). Which postoperative interventions should the nurse implement to help prevent VTE? Select all that apply.
Read Details