A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who is scheduled for hemodialysis via an arteriovenous fistula in the arm. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend?

A nurse is caring for a client who has HIV and is neutropenic. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as increasing the risk for the client to develop an infection?

A nurse is discussing home care concerns with the son of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The son states, "I am so tired all the time, but Mom needs me." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a child who is scheduled to receive a varicella immunization. Which of the following findings in the client's record should the nurse recognize as a contraindication?

A nurse is assisting with preparing a client who is to have a central venous catheter inserted for the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Admission Assessment Day 1, 1000:

An older adult client was transferred to the ICU after they developed a fever and hypotension. The client was initially admitted 4 days ago with a left hip fracture and subsequently underwent total left hip arthroplasty. The client is alert and oriented to person, place, and time. The client's partner is at the bedside.

Past Medical History: hypertension, congestive heart failure, Parkinson's disease Allergies: penicillin (anaphylaxis)

Social History: The client has visual loss but didn't bring their glasses. The client is hard of hearing. Hearing aids in place.

Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is dependent on nicotine and wishes to discontinue smoking. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following is a manifestation of nicotine withdrawal?

A nurse is assisting in the care of an older adult client who was admitted from a long-term care facility.

Admission Assessment 1400:

The client's history includes cigarette smoking for 50 years but quit 3 years ago, Parkinson's disease, and anxiety. Yesterday, the client reported "feeling bad." The client is alert and oriented to self, reports upper chest discomfort, and is coughing up thick clear sputum.

Select the 3 findings that require immediate follow-up.

A nurse is completing documentation in the medical record about a client who fell on the floor. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the documentation?

A nurse is caring for a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is scheduled to undergo an esophagogastroduodenoscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to the procedure?

A nurse working on a medical-surgical unit is notified about a mass casualty event that recently took place in the community. Which of the following assignments should the nurse anticipate?