A nurse palpates the pulse of a client and documents the following: 6/6/12 pulse 85 and regular, 3+ and equal in radial, popliteal, and dorsalis pedis. What does the number "+3" represent?

During a particularly heated staff meeting regarding staff assignments, the nurse manager makes this comment: "When you all can come to a decision, let me know and we'll move on from there." This leader is best identified as which of the following?

A client with a terminal illness without an advance directive stops breathing and does not have a heartbeat. What should the nurse do?

A client has a history of an inconsistent fecal elimination pattern. What should the nurse instruct this client to improve this health problem?

A young man who has had a traumatic mid-thigh amputation of his right leg refuses to look at the wound during dressing changes. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

The nurse educator provides developmental testing for kindergarten through third-grade students. Which level of prevention is the nurse performing?

The nurse is admitting a new client to the unit. The nurse notes that this client would need an alternate meal choice when the menu specified pork for a meal. Members of which cultural group might request an alternative meal choice?

The client who has sleep apnoea reports falling asleep while driving, almost being involved in an accident, and frequent episodes of sleepwalking. What nursing diagnosis should be a priority for this client?

The nurse manager has determined that a new staff nurse is demonstrating characteristics of a critical thinker. Which of the following did the manager observe the nurse perform? Select all that apply.

A nursing diagnosis of "Risk for Deficient Fluid Volume" related to excessive fluid loss, secondary to diarrhea and vomiting was implemented for a home health client who began with these symptoms 5 days ago. A goal was set that the client's symptoms would be eliminated within 48 hours. The client is being seen after a week and has had no diarrhea or vomiting for the past 5 days. What should the nurse do?

A discharge goal for a client is to have improved mobility. Which outcome statement did the nurse write appropriately?