A 30-year old radiologist was admitted to the hospital with a fever and rheumatoid pains.  There was generalized lymphadenopathy and slight splenomegaly.  The hgb was 6.5 g/dL, hct was 25%, RBC count was 3.0×106/uL, WBC count was 40,000/uL, platelets were 50,000/uL.  The predominant cell on the smear was a blast cell. Auer rods were noted.  The probable diagnosis is  

A nurse is caring for a client admitted with acute cholecystitis. Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.

Patient: Mrs. L, 58-year-old female Past Medical History: Rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed 10 years ago Hypertension controlled with lisinopril Type 2 diabetes mellitus controlled with metformin Vital Signs: Temperature: 100.2 °F (37.9 °C) Heart rate: 92 bpm Blood pressure: 138/86 mmHg Respiratory rate: 18/min Oxygen saturation: 98% on room air Clinical Manifestations: Symmetric swelling and tenderness in wrists, MCP, and PIP joints Morning stiffness lasting >1 hour Fatigue and generalized malaise Difficulty gripping objects and performing fine motor tasks Laboratory Results: ESR: 48 mm/hr (elevated) CRP: 22 mg/L (elevated) Rheumatoid factor: Positive Anti-CCP antibodies: Positive CBC: Mild anemia (Hgb 11.5 g/dL) Serum uric acid: 5.2 mg/dL (normal) Based on the scenario, which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for Mrs. L?

A nurse is reviewing the medical histories of four clients. Which client has the highest probability of having Sjögren syndrome?

A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Which assessment finding is most consistent with this condition?

The nurse is caring for a client with type 2 diabetes who has developed retinopathy and peripheral neuropathy. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to help prevent further complications?

A patient develops unexpected bleeding and the following test results were obtained Prolonged PT and APTT             Decreased fibrinogen             Increased fibrin degradation products             Elevated quantitative D-dimer             Decreased platelet count What is the most probable cause of these results?  

The nurse is teaching a community group about ways to lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Which statement by a participant shows a correct understanding of prevention strategies?

A nurse is caring for four clients with HIV. Based on their presentation, which client requires the immediate assessment and intervention?

If intrapulmonary pressure is higher than atmospheric pressure, you will breathe out.