The nurse is caring for a patient receiving hydralazine [Apresoline]. The healthcare provider prescribes propranolol [Inderal]. The nurse knows that a drug such as propranolol often is combined with hydralazine for what purpose?

What is an early warning sign to monitor for in hyperkalemia? 

A client is admitted with gastrointestinal distress and CT-scan showing narrowing of the descending colon, with absent bowel sounds on left side of abdomen. The client complains of constipation, bloating. Based on the client findings what complication would the nurse expect in this client?

A nurse is caring for a  client who is myocardial infarction. Which of the following priority nursing actions should the nurse take?

Which clinical manifestation would indicate to the nurse a client is experiencing a major complication of an ischemic stroke?

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with right-sided heart failure. Which finding should the nurse consider as an indicator of a worsening condition?

A client diagnosed with Guillain Barre Syndrome experienced with fatigue, weakness to bilateral lower extremities with recurrent urinary retention. Once stable the client still has had episodes of urinary retention. Which intervention should be prioritized for this particular client?

The nurse is educating a client scheduled for a planned cardioversion for management of atrial fibrillation. During teach-back, which statement by the client reflects accurate understanding of the instruction prior to the procedure?

The patient presents with confusion, withdrawal and hallucinations. The nurse assesses the patient and determines the patient is experiencing what level of anxiety?

When alprazolam (Xanax) a benzodiazepine is prescribed for acute anxiety, health teaching should include instructions to: