During routine assessment, a nurse observes the following at a patients peripheral IV site.  Redness along the vein Tenderness and patient report of burning at the site Palpable cordlike vein Mild redness and erythema  Which of the following represents the most accurate documentation of phlebitis?

A patient with Multiple Sclerosis reports muscle weakness and increased fatigue. Laboratory results reveal a serum magnesium of 1.3 mEq/L. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?

The culturally competent nurse is aware that a patient may deny pain because of their cultural beliefs. The nurse may expect which behavior from the patient with cultural differences surrounding pain?

How should induration be measured?

Which patient is the best candidate for an implanted venous access port?

A 45-year-old patient is admitted after a laceration to the forearm. The patient reports sharp, throbbing pain around the injury site. The nurse understands that this type of pain is nociceptive. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to address this pain?

A 22-year-old patient with severe anorexia nervosa is admitted for nutritional rehabilitation. The nurse notes that the patient has started receiving enteral feeding. Which finding would alert the nurse to early refeeding syndrome? 

Describe 2 differences between the macula and cupula of the inner ear. [1/2 pt each]

Use the image of the skin to answer the following questions. The word bank will help you answer question 1 (and maybe 2-3). 1. What tactile receptor is indicated by letter D (the E.T. finger one)? [answer1] 2. Which letter indicates the tactile receptor that detects twisting of the dermis (and is a tonic receptor)? [answer2] 3. Is letter E a tonic or phasic receptor? [answer3]  

How should the duration be measured?