A nurse is providing education to a client and caregiver after survival of a sudden cardiac death (SCD) event. Which statements indicate appropriate understanding of post-event management and prevention strategies? Select all that apply.

A nurse is assessing a 55-year-old client with obesity who reports persistent fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and loud snoring. Vital signs show a BP of 156/92 mm Hg and fasting glucose of 145 mg/dL. Which complication of obesity should the nurse prioritize as most concerning for immediate intervention?

A client presents to the emergency department with persistent vomiting for the past 24 hours. The nurse is assessing for potential complications. Which of the following findings would indicate complications related to prolonged vomiting? Select all that apply.

A 35-year-old man with a history of heavy tobacco use presents with rest pain in his feet and ischemic ulcerations on his toes. He is diagnosed with Buerger’s disease. What is the most critical aspect of his treatment plan?

A nurse is caring for a client with advanced cirrhosis. Which laboratory abnormalities should the nurse anticipate in this client? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching a client with a newly created orthotopic neobladder about postoperative care and management. Which statements by the client indicate understanding? Select all that apply.

A 72-year-old female client with a history of hypertension and diabetes presents with progressive dyspnea on exertion and fatigue. Her echocardiogram reveals a left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) of 35%. Which type of heart failure does this finding most likely indicate?

A nurse is educating nursing students about the vascular system. Which statements accurately describe the structure and function of arteries, veins, capillaries, and endothelium? Select all that apply.

A 60-year-old client with a history of cirrhosis is admitted for evaluation of splenomegaly. The nurse notes pallor, fatigue, and easy bruising. Laboratory results show hemoglobin 7.9 g/dL, WBC 2,800/ìL, and platelets 65,000/ìL. Which nursing intervention is the priority?

A client is admitted with extensive burns and is diagnosed with hypovolemic shock. Which pathophysiological mechanism is most likely responsible for this condition?