A patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) reports having frequent heartburn and regurgitation. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate to reduce these symptoms? 

Which age-related change affects medication dosing in older adults? 

A nurse is caring for a pregnant woman with acute pyelonephritis. What symptom supports this diagnosis? 

A 55-year-old patient is diagnosed with malabsorption syndrome. During your assessment, you note that the patient is experiencing significant weight loss and nutrient deficiencies. Which of the following is the primary site for nutrient absorption, and how does this site contribute to the patient’s condition? 

Which condition increases a patient’s risk for chronic pyelonephritis? 

A patient with cirrhosis is exhibiting jaundice and pruritus. Which of the following interventions for these symptoms should the nurse prioritize? 

A nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on a patient with suspected gastrointestinal bleeding. Which of the following physical examination techniques should be performed first? 

Which laboratory test is most helpful in diagnosing acute pancreatitis? 

A nurse suspects a patient has hemorrhoids. Which of the following is the most common symptom? 

The nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a patient with Stage 5 chronic kidney disease who is receiving hemodialysis three times per week. Which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize to reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications?