When teaching the patient with newly diagnosed hypertension about a 2000-mg sodium diet, the nurse explains that foods to be restricted include:

After receiving change-of-shift report on a cardiac step down unit, which patient should the nurse assess first?

The nurse is providing education to the parents of a child regarding the diagnosis of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which statement should be included in the education?

The nurse provides information to a client diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Which cues resulting from a blood glucose of 58 mg/dL should the nurse include in the information? (select all that apply)

Which arterial blood gas (ABG) value should the nurse anticipate in the client with a nasogastric tube attached to continuous suction?

A patient taking metronidazole for the past three days presents to the clinic with nausea, vomiting, and a blood pressure of 88/48. During the assessment of the patient, which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask?

The nurse is assisting a client diagnosed with hepatic encephalopathy to fill out the dietary menu. The nurse advises the client to avoid which entree?

A 5-week-old infant is admitted to the hospital with a tentative diagnosis of an acyanotic congenital heart defect. The infant tires easily and has difficulty breathing and feeding. In what position should the nurse place this infant for feeding?

A client is experiencing acute cardiac symptoms as a result of excess fluid volume. Which nursing action should the nurse plan to implement until specific therapy is prescribed by the primary healthcare provider?

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB) who is prescribed rifampin therapy. The nurse instructs the client to expect which side effect of this medication?