A client with severe anemia reports symptoms of tachycardia, palpitations, exertional dyspnea, cool extremities and dizziness with ambulation.  Laboratory test results reveal a hemoglogin of 8 g/dL and a hematocrit of 24%.  Based on the data, which nursing diagnosis is the priority for this client? (Normal value ranges: hemoglobin – female 12-16 g/dL/ male 14-18 g/dL, hematocrit – female 37-47%/ male 42-52%)

A client who is diagnosed with acute sickle cell crisis reports severe pain.  Which medication does the nurse anticipate would be prescribed for pain control at this time?

A nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate when caring for this child?

The nurse is assessing a client with type 2 diabetes. The assessment findings include lethargy, glucose level of 804 mg/dL, tachycardia and negative ketones. What would the symptoms be most indicative of? (Normal value range: fasting glucose 74-106 mg/dL) 

A nurse is caring for a client who reports a new onset of severe chest pain.  Which of the following actions should the nurse take to determine if the client is experiencing a myocardial infarction?

A client with second degree burns has been receiving Morphine through Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) for over a week. The client wakes up frequently during the night complaining of pain. What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A client is brought to the Emergency Department reporting fatigue, large amounts of bruising to the extremities, and abdominal pain localized in the left upper quadrant.  Laboratory results reveal severe anemia, significant neutropenia and thrombocytopenia.  Based on the findings, what is the most likely diagnosis of this client?

Which of the following lab data is consistent with a client diagnosed with hemophilia?

A client is admitted to the hospital with a two day history of abdominal pain and severe diarrhea.  Which arterial blood gas (ABG) value should the nurse expect to see with this client? (Normal value ranges: pH 7.35-7.45, pCO2 35-45 mm Hg, HCO3 21-28 mEq/L, PaO2 80-100 mm Hg)

A client develops bilateral pneumonia due to the coronavirus.  Which arterial blood gas (ABG) results are likely to be present? (Normal value ranges: pH 7.35-7.45, pCO2 35-45 mm Hg, HCO3 21-28 mEq/L)