A patient reports sudden onset of round, sharply demarcated patches of hair loss on the scalp. The scalp appears smooth, without scarring, scaling, or inflammation. The patient denies recent illness or tight hairstyles. Eyebrows appear normal.Which condition does this presentation most likely indicate?

A nurse is educating a pregnant technician about handling finasteride. Which statement by the technician indicates a need for further teaching?

A patient with newly diagnosed prostate cancer asks why the provider ordered a bone scan, even though his PSA is only moderately elevated. The nurse explains:

A school nurse is educating the parent of a young client with pediculosis capitis.  Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?

Self-assess on two of the essential strategic leadership skills identified by Shoemaker and colleagues.

The health care provider prescribes intravenous fluid resuscitation for a client in hypovolemic shock.  The nurse should anticipate the rapid infusion of which intravenous solution initially?  

The clinic nurse is caring for an elderly client who is overweight and being treated for hypertension.  What is most important for the nurse to emphasize to prevent a stroke (acute brain attack)?

An 82-year-old with HF is confused and weak. Na⁺ 124 mEq/L. Prescription: fluid restriction 1,000 mL/day. Priority nursing action?

The nurse is reinforcing education about home and lifestyle alterations to a client recently diagnosed with HIV.  Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further education?  Select all that apply.

A client with seizure disorder is prescribed a moderately high dose of phenytoin.  Which teaching topic should the nurse discuss with this client?