The nurse is suctioning an adult client through a tracheostomy tube. During the procedure, the nurse notes that the client’s oxygen saturation is 89%. What should the nurse do?

A client will need to administer nebulized mist treatments (NMTs) at home. Which of the following would best indicate to the nurse client understanding? The client

The nurse is assigned to a client newly diagnosed with asthma that is ready for discharge home.  Which action by the nurse would be of highest priority?

Which action by the nurse would best help determine if a client’s asthma treatment plan is working effectively?

Which action by the nurse would be most important when suctioning a client’s tracheostomy?

Which information regarding the pneumonia vaccination would be correct for the nurse to include in a community health presentation?

The nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a client diagnosed with tuberculosis. The nurse knows that the client has understood the information if which statement is made?

What should the nurse monitor closely in a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation  receiving methylprednisolone every 6 hours.

A patient tells the nurse “I got a flu vaccine year, but within 1 week after getting I had the flu.” What should the nurse respond to this patient?

A patient presents to the emergency department reporting a headache, muscle aches, a dry cough, and a feeling of extreme fatigue. On assessment, the nurse finds a temperature of 102.5°F, blood pressure 110/72 mm Hg, pulse 88 beats per minute, and respiratory rate 36 breaths per minute. Which assessment finding requires immediate attention?