The nurse is providing care for a client recently diagnosed with a cerebrovascular accident. For which reason does the nurse check the function of cranial nerve XII before advancing the client’s prescribed diet from full liquid to soft solids?

A middle-aged client has the following symptoms: JVD (jugular vein distention), elevated central venous pressure, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly. These indicate the backward effect of right ventricle failure. What other signs and symptoms would you expect with this client?

Review the statements below concerning disorders of the nails, which statement is incorrect?

For which reason is a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry scan used for a client with a musculoskeletal disorder?

A client who is pregnant has a Chlamydia infection. Which complication is expected in the newborn if the client is not treated?

A client arrives in the emergency department exhibiting the manifestations of anaphylactic shock from a bee sting. The sting and reaction occurred approximately 45 minutes prior to arrival. Vital signs are a blood pressure of 100/72 mm Hg, respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min, and pulse of 80 beats/min. A urinary catheter is inserted and drains 20 mL of urine. Which stage of shock does the client identify exhibit?

When teaching a client at high risk for inflammatory arthritis, which inflammatory diseases should be discussed with the client? Select all that apply.

A client reports myalgia and fever. On physical examination, an S3 gallop rhythm was heard through the stethoscope, and the client is diagnosed with myocarditis. What is the primary reason the client is prescribed angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

Which symptoms are associated with Horner’s syndrome? Select all that apply.

An older adult client with a history of spinal injury required long-term use of an indwelling urinary catheter. A routine urine culture reveals the presence of Proteus mirabilis. Monitor for which complication?