During the assessment of a 72-year-old with ankle swelling, the nurse notes jugular venous distention (JVD) with the head of the patient’s bed elevated 45 degrees. The nurse knows this finding indicates:

Which characteristics describe chronic stable angina? (select all that apply)

Which assessment finding in a patient admitted with a history of severe mitral valve regurgitation requires the most rapid action by the nurse?    

The client diagnosed with pericarditiis is experiencing cardiac tamponade.  Which collaborative intervention should the nurse anticipate for this client?

Heparin is ordered for a patient with a non–ST-segment-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). The nurse uses should make which of the following statements when educating the client about this drug?

Individuals with myocarditis often present with symptoms of heart failure. Which of the following pairs of clinical manifestations differentiate myocarditis from other forms of heart failure?

The client is diagnosed with acute pericarditis. Which sign/symptoms warrants immediate attention by the nurse?

Which structure of the integumentary system helps regulate body temperature?

Hyperhidrosis is characterized by what?

Which disorder is characterized by flare-ups in which red papules covered with silvery scales occur on the elbows, knees, scalp, back, or buttocks?