What type of sensory receptor, known for its diversity, is responsible for detecting various skin sensations and playing a role in hearing and the body’s perception of movement?

Which theory of pain supports the practice of sensory distraction as a method to decrease the perception of pain (e.g., simultaneous scratching in proximity to an injection site)?

A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with glaucoma who has been prescribed latanoprost eye drops. The nurse understands that latanoprost primarily acts through which mechanism to lower intraocular pressure?

A patient with fluid loss is prescribed an isotonic IV solution. What is the primary purpose of the isotonic solution for this patient?

A patient with cerebral edema receives a hypertonic intravenous (IV) solution. What is the primary purpose of administering a hypertonic solution in this case?

A 60-year-old female patient is scheduled for elective surgery to repair a hip fracture. The surgical team has completed the preoperative preparations, and the patient has been moved to the operating room. The time-out process, a crucial safety step before surgery, is about to begin. What is the primary purpose of the time-out process in this context?

A patient recently had labs drawn and received the results of the calcium level at 11.2 mg/dL. What diagnosis is most likely to be found in the patient’s previous medical history? 

A nurse is providing care for a patient with a significant fluid imbalance related to a chronic medical condition. What nursing consideration is the highest priority for this patient? 

A nurse is caring for a client whose cancer has resulted in bone pain. What should the nurse expect the client to describe?

A nurse records the following intake and output during their shift:  Intake: 240 mL of apple juice at breakfast. 8 oz of water with morning medications. 1/2 cup of milk and 4oz of blueberries A liter of intravenous (IV) normal saline is administered throughout the shift. A 12 oz can of soda and 5 crackers Output: At 8:00 AM, the patient passes 325 mL of urine. At 10:30 AM, the patient passes 300 mL of urine. At 2:15 PM, the patient passes 280 mL of urine. At 5:45 PM, the patient passes 250 mL of urine. What is the patient’s total fluid balance at the end of the shift?