A nurse is caring for a postoperative client with a new colostomy. Which of the following actions is the priority during the initial postoperative period?

The nurse is caring for a client with liver cirrhosis and severe ascites. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate to manage this condition?

A client reports rectal discomfort during bowel movements. Which of the following findings is most consistent with hemorrhoids?

Which response by a client recently diagnosed with HIV indicates the greatest need for immediate nursing intervention?

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client diagnosed with acute gastritis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include to help prevent exacerbation of gastritis symptoms?

You’re providing nursing education to a group of nursing students about diverticulosis versus diverticulitis. Which statement by the nursing students demonstrate they understand the education provided?          

A nurse is teaching a client about the fecal occult blood test (FOBT) as a screening tool for colorectal cancer. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client with an acute episode of gout. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A nurse is caring for a client with ulcerative colitis who is experiencing frequent episodes of diarrhea. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate to help maintain skin integrity?

A nurse is caring for a client in Buck’s traction for a femur fracture. Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate?