The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the medical uni…
The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the medical unit 72 hours ago with pyloric stenosis. A nasogastric tube was placed upon admission, and since that time the client has been on low intermittent suction. Upon review of the morning’s blood work, the nurse notices that the client’s potassium is below reference range. The nurse should assess for signs and symptoms of what imbalance?
Read DetailsA client was stabbed in the anterior chest with a steak knif…
A client was stabbed in the anterior chest with a steak knife. The nurse observes that the client’s airway is patent, that there is a 2-cm laceration on his anterior chest; a sucking noise is coming from his chest wound. What is the priority action?
Read DetailsHarriet, 30 years old, has been admitted to the burn treatme…
Harriet, 30 years old, has been admitted to the burn treatment center with full-thickness burns over 30% of her upper body. Her diagnosis is consistent with extracellular fluid volume deficit. What symptoms would indicate to the nurse that the patient may be experiencing fluid volume deficit. (Select all that apply)
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An elderly client admitted with pneumonia and dementia has attempted several times to pull out the IV and Foley catheter. The nurse obtains a prescription for bilateral soft wrist restraints. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Read DetailsA client returns to their room following a fiberoptic bronch…
A client returns to their room following a fiberoptic bronchoscopy with biopsy. The client was given atropine and morhpine sulfate prior to the test, and lidocaine was used during the test. What intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?
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