A nurse is caring for a client admitted with fulminant hepatic failure. The client is increasingly lethargic, has yellow sclera, and is noted to have petechiae on the arms and gums. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?

A 25-year-old patient is admitted with suspected meningitis. The patient is alert, oriented, and afebrile but reports a worsening headache, nausea, and photophobia. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) obtained via lumbar puncture is clear and shows normal glucose, slightly elevated protein, and a predominance of lymphocytes. Based on these findings, which of the following is the nurse’s best action?

A nurse is assessing an older adult male client for symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as consistent with BPH?

A client with a history of cirrhosis is admitted with hematemesis and hypotension. The nurse notes abdominal distention, scleral jaundice, and a heart rate of 122 bpm. Which of the following provider orders should the nurse prioritize to prevent further complications?

A patient with a suspected ankle fracture reports severe pain upon movement. The nurse observes edema and deformity at the ankle joint. Which action should the nurse perform first?

The nurse is assessing a client who has had rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for several years. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to find?

A patient who recently underwent a total hip arthroplasty (THA) is at increased risk for developing venous thromboembolism (VTE). Which postoperative interventions should the nurse implement to help prevent VTE? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching a group of caregivers about the underlying changes that occur in Alzheimer’s disease. Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of this condition?

A nurse is reviewing risk factors for cholelithiasis with a group of students. Which client would the nurse identify as being at greatest risk for developing gallstones?

A patient’s family expresses concern about the long-term complications of bacterial meningitis, including cognitive impairment and neurological deficits. Which of the following statements by the nurse provides accurate information about potential outcomes?