47. The nurse is caring for a client receiving a continuous norepinephrine IV infusion. Which finding indicates that the infusion rate may need to be adjusted?

After teaching a client about lithium carbonate (Lithane), a nurse would consider the teaching successful on the basis of which client statement?

17. Connor is a 15-month-old male brought in by his mother for a 6-day history of extreme irritability, red eyes, swelling of hands and feet, and fever. Conner was admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of Kawasaki Disease. Subjective Data:Mom states pt. has been extremely irritableRefuses to drink, states his mouth hurtsFever for 6 daysObjective Data:Weight: 22kgVital Signs: T 104°F (40°C), P 110, R 30, BP 102/60Non-purulent conjunctitis bilaterallyExtremities edematous with erythema noted to palms and solesGeneralized erythematous rash noted to trunkEnlarged cervical lymph nodes on exam Conner is scheduled for an echocardiogram. The mother asked “what will the test do”? Which explanation by the nurse is best?     

54. A student nurse is learning about blood transfusion compatibilities. What information does this include? (Select all that apply.)

Which critical information should the PT provide to clients about the use of lithium?

25. A 78-year-old man with a history of diabetes has confusion and temperature of 104 degrees F. There is a wound on his right heel with purulent drainage. After an infusion of 3 L of normal saline, his assessment findings are  B/P 84/40 mm/Hg, heart rate 110, respirations 42 and shallow, cardiac out 8 L/min, and PAWP 4 mm/Hg. What conditions does his symptoms indicate?

4. What is an expected assessment finding in a child with coarctation of the aorta?

The spouse of a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder asks what evidence supports the possibility of genetic transmission of bipolar disorders. Select the nurse’s best response.

A newly admitted client is diagnosed with bipolar disorder: manic episode. Which symptom related to altered thought is the nurse most likely to assess?

A client on an inpatient unit is diagnosed with bipolar disorder: manic episode. During a discussion in the dayroom about weekend activities, the client raises his voice, becomes irritable, and insists that plans change. What should be the nurse’s initial intervention?