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?

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 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 nurse has performed an assessment of a client scheduled for discharge to be cared for by the family. Which situation would the nurse question regarding discharge of this client to be cared for by the family?

A nurse is providing education to a postoperative client on how to use an incentive spirometer. Which of the following is an accurate step that should be included in the education plan?

A client who has been blinded as a result of an injury has informed the nurse of her plans to return to her counselling practice and work full-time. The nurse should realize that this client is demonstrating which aspect of values clarification?

A nurse is evaluating a nursing student's understanding of positioning clients. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further teaching?

A nurse enters a client's room and sees that ashes from a cigarette are beginning to ignite trash in the wastebasket. What actions should the nurse take first?

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?

A nurse is educating women on the need for calcium to prevent bone loss. What level of prevention does this represent?

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