Which type of cartilage is characterized by its ability to resist compression and act as a shock absorber, due to numerous coarse collagen fibers, and is found in intervertebral discs and the menisci of the knee?

Which intercellular junction is found in the intercalated discs of cardiac muscle tissue?

A nurse assesses a client with circumferential full-thickness burns on the right leg. Which finding requires immediate action?

A nurse is caring for a client 2 days post–below-the-knee amputation who reports sharp, burning pain in the missing foot. Which intervention is most appropriate?

The client’s clinical presentation is atypical for a urinary tract infection (UTI) in a younger adult. Which of the following findings in her case are considered common, yet non-specific signs of a UTI in an older adult? 

Which of the following is a age-related change that may contribute to the risk of developing a urinary tract infection? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is caring for a client with urolithiasis due to chronic use of calcium-based antacids who is experiencing renal colic.  The nurse understands that after the pain has been managed the client should be taught which of the following to facilitate the stone to pass? 

The nurse is collecting assessment data for a client with an integumentary condition.  The nurse observes fissures and vesicular lesions around and below the toes with some discoloration of the infected area.  What does the nurse expect to be prescribed for the condition?

A client with endometriosis reports severe pain during menstruation. Which intervention should the nurse anticipate?

Which of the following are the main purposes of placing a client in a traction device? (Select all that apply.)