A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a depressive disorder and a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing expressive aphasia and right hemiparesis following a stroke. Which of the following actions by the nurse best promotes communication among staff caring for the client?

A nurse is providing teaching to a client about the adverse effects of sertraline. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include?

A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic.

Vital Signs 0915:

Temperature 36.7° C (98° F)

BP 122/80 mm Hg Respiratory rate 20/min Heart rate 99/min

Nurses' Notes 0900:

A 16-year-old client reports to the clinic with their caregiver. The client's caregiver informs the nurse that the client has "not been themselves lately." The client's parents and a sibling passed away from injuries sustained when a tornado moved through their town 1 month ago. They were the only survivors and witnessed their family's deaths.

0910:

The client appears anxious but answers appropriately for age. They report experiencing nightmares that awaken them at night and startle easily during thunderstorms, but the client admits that they have always been afraid of thunderstorms. The client admits to smoking marijuana for about 1 month because it helps clear their mind. They also admit that they have no desire to leave the house. They attend school regularly and are on the honor roll.

Based on the information in the client's medical record, which of the following findings requires immediate follow-up?

Select the 4 findings that require follow-up.

A nurse is caring for a client who has an implanted venous access port. Which of the following should the nurse use to access the port?

A nurse is preparing to reposition a client who had a stroke. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a depressive disorder and a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is reporting a client's laboratory tests to the provider to obtain a prescription for the client's daily warfarin. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse plan to report to obtain the prescription for the warfarin?

A nurse is caring for a client in the outpatient mental health clinic
History and Physical
2 months ago:
Client states, "My depression has been getting a little worse Lately."
Client reports increased fatigue, sadness, and hypersomnia over the last few months. Client reports their manifestations have
been well-controlled "for years" on fluoxetine, but "it seems to
have stopped working." Client denies any physical complications or suicidal ideation.
Client has history of depression and hyperlipidemia.
Client lives at home with partner and 4-year-old child. Denies alcohol, illicit drug, or tobacco use Exercises occasionally.

Click to highlight the findings that indicate the client is experiencing adverse effects of the medication. To deselect a finding, click on the finding again
Nurses' Notes
Today

A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted to the antepartum unit.
Nurses' Notes Day 1, 0900:
Client reports lower back pain and pinkish vaginal discharge. Uterine contractions every 8 minutes, palpate strong, duration 30 seconds.
FHR baseline 145, minimal variability.

Cervical exam indicates 2 cm, 50% effaced, 0 station. Membranes intact. CBC and urinalysis collected and sent to lab.

For each potential provider's prescription, specify if the potential prescription is anticipated or unanticipated for the client.

A hospice nurse is visiting with the son of a client who has terminal cancer. The son reports sleeping very little during the past week due to caring for his mother. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?