A nurse is caring for a client with a new-onset fever, chill…
A nurse is caring for a client with a new-onset fever, chills, and productive cough. The healthcare provider suspects a respiratory infection and writes new orders in EPIC. Which lab test should the nurse prioritize collecting first to support the diagnosis?
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A nurse is assessing a 76-year-old client with type 2 diabetes, chronic venous insufficiency, and limited mobility following a recent stroke. The client has a round, shallow ulcer over the sacral area with well-defined edges, a moist pink wound bed, and surrounding skin that is intact but reddened and warm to the touch. The client reports discomfort when repositioned. Based on the wound’s location, shape, and characteristics, which type of ulcer should the nurse suspect?
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