A nurse is assigned to care for a client who has tested positive for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in a wound culture. The client is alert, oriented, and able to perform most activities independently. Which infection control precaution should the nurse implement?

In designing a work‑site wellness program for a company with many employees over 60, which element would be most consistent with the aging‑network principles described in the lecture regarding community health measures?

Gardening programs may help promote empowerment among older adults as it gives them a skill that produces a tangible product and gives them a sense of community.

A client is admitted to the hospital with signs of gastric bleeding. During the health history intake, which factor is most important for the nurse to assess as a potential contributor to the gastrointestinal (GI) bleed?  

A hospitalized client has a diagnosis of metabolic alkalosis related to prolonged vomiting. What is the priority nursing intervention?

A nurse evaluates the following arterial blood gas and vital sign results for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD):  Parameter Client Lab Results Normal Range pH 7.32 7.35 – 7.45 PaCO2 62 mm Hg 35 – 45 mm Hg PaO2 46 mm Hg 80 -100 mm Hg HCO3- 29 mEq/L 22 – 28 mEq/L Heart Rate 110 beats per minute 60 -100 beats per minute What action would the nurse take first? 

A postoperative client has hypovolemia due to blood loss. The provider prescribes IV fluids.  Of the available options, which solution is most appropriate?

Which adults will the nurse identify as having a higher risk for active tuberculosis? (Select all that apply).

Which of the following components is not explicitly funded by the Older Americans Act?

Car sales _______ from 1,200 per month to 3,600 per month.