The nurse is caring for a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The patient is receiving mechanical ventilation and is sedated with propofol. The patient is noted with a Richmond Agitation Sedation Scale score of +3. Which of the following is the most appropriate action by the nurse?

The nurse is caring for a ventilated patient with acute respiratory distress who is on rocuronium. While routinely checking train of four, the nurse nurse notes 4 twitches. The nurse knows that which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?

A client admitted to the emergency department (ED) with severe diarrhea and vomiting is subsequently diagnosed with food poisoning. When addressing signs and symptoms of fluid status, what would the nurse assess? (Select all that apply)

The nurse is caring for a patient on mechanical ventilation who becomes anxious and attempts to pull at the endotracheal tube. What is the best initial nursing action?

A nurse is caring for a patient with a bone tumor. The nurse is providing education to help the client reduce the risk for pathologic fractures. What should the nurse teach the client?

A nurse is collaborating with the physical therapist to plan the care of a patient with osteomyelitis. What principle should guide the management of activity and mobility in this patient?

The nurse is caring for a patient with suspected acute respiratory distress syndrome. The nurse anticipates which of the following findings on examination of the patient? (Select all that apply)

A 23-year-old woman is brought to the ED complaining of stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The care team suspects food poisoning. What is the key to treatment in food poisoning?

The nurse caring for a patient on pressure support ventilation recognizes that this mode is inappropriate for patients in what three situations?

A patient has an order for dobutamine at 5mcg/kg/min. Which statement made by the nurse is a correct statement?