The practical nurse is completing a dressing change. After removing the existing dressing from an open wound that was packed with moist gauze, which of the following would be the nurse’s next step?

What is it called when a patient has difficulty breathing when lying down?

A client has Metoprolol ordered for treatment of their hypertension (high blood pressure) and needs to have their apical pulse checked before administration.  Where should the nurse place the stethoscope to auscultate the apical pulse? 

The LPN notes a new order for collection of a sputum specimen for culture from an older adult client. Which is the most appropriate action by the LPN? 

What angle would the LPN position the client to monitor for Jugular Vein Distention (JVD).

A practical nurse is obtaining a patient’s radial pulse and identifies that its rhythm is irregular. What should the practical nurse do next?

What is the most important action the practical nurse can take to ensure that a midstream urine specimen does not become contaminated?

The nurse is to infuse Ampicillin 250mg in 30mL of D5W via infusion pump in 20 minutes.  What flow rate will the nurse set the pump at to deliver this medication as ordered? 

A nurse is orienting a newly licensed practical nurse about documentation of a client’s information in the electronic health record.  Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates understanding of the purpose of documentation?

Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the practical nurse to take with an adult client who is mildly anxious during data gathering? Note: Show your blank whiteboard (front and back) to the camera.