As part of a progressive walking program, the obese patient with COPD is horrified when the nurse recommends walking for:

A nurse is teaching a client newly diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB) about the prescribed medication regimen. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

The discharge planning for a patient with sleep apnea includes a CPAP ventilation device that:

A nurse cares for a client who has a chest tube. When would this client be at highest risk for developing a pneumothorax?

After teaching a client who is prescribed salmeterol (Serevent), the nurse assesses the client’s understanding. Which statement by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?

A home health nurse who is following an 88-year-old patient with severe hypertension in addition to his respiratory problem notices several drugs on the bedside table. The medication that the nurse would suggest the patient avoid is:

A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with West Nile virus infection. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate for managing this client’s care?

10,000 g = 1 T

To remain magnetized, a superconducting, high field scanner must always be plugged into a power source.

During an MRI scan, what occurs immediately after a 90° RF pulse is applied?