I am a student at UT. 

A patient with liver cirrhosis and a history of variceal bleeding presents with massive hematemesis, BP 68/40, HR 145. The nurse prepares for emergency intervention. What is the most appropriate initial action?

A nurse is monitoring a patient who had a paracentesis performed to relieve ascites. Which findings indicate a post-procedural complication? (Select all that apply.)

A patient with multiple atypical moles asks how to recognize melanoma. Which statement indicates correct understanding?

A patient with deep partial-thickness burns to the chest and arms is receiving IV morphine for pain. However, the patient continues to experience intense pain during dressing changes. What is the most effective intervention?

A nurse is preparing to administer metformin to a patient with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The nurse should withhold the medication and notify the provider based on which finding?

A patient with GERD and a long history of Barrett’s esophagus reports progressive dysphagia, unintentional weight loss, and persistent hoarseness. The nurse should recognize these symptoms as potentially indicative of which condition?

A patient undergoing a liver biopsy for suspected cirrhosis is returned to their hospital room. In which position should the nurse place the patient to prevent hemorrhage?

A nurse is preparing a female patient for isotretinoin therapy for severe cystic acne. Which pre-treatment requirement must be met before initiating therapy?

A patient with a history of gallstones presents with sudden onset of severe RUQ pain radiating to the right scapula, fever, and nausea. Which diagnostic finding would confirm acute cholecystitis?