The healthcare provider hands a newborn to the circulating nurse during a cesarean delivery. What action should the nurse implement first?

A woman is brought to the labor and delivery unit after delivering a full term infant and the placenta in the hospital parking lot 10 minutes ago. What action should the nurse perform first?

Which pathology of autonomic cardiac regulation is mediated by sympathetic innervation?

When assessing both lower extremities (BLE) of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency, the nurse identifies bilateral stasis dermatitis and an ulcer on the medial surface of the left ankle. To promote effective self-care, which client teaching should the nurse provide?

An adult client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder arrives in an elated state on admission to the psychiatric unit. What is the best room assignment the nurse can make for this client?

The nurse is planning a fall prevention program for the residents at a long-term care facility. Which intervention is most important in providing a safe environment?

The home health nurse is visiting an older client who was discharged from the hospital 3 days ago following hip pinning surgery. The client lives with her daughter, who prepares the family meals. In discussing nutrition for postoperative healing, which food choices should the nurse suggest for this client's diet? (Select all that apply.)

A 37-year-old client diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is being treated for renal osteodystrophy. Which nursing diagnosis is most likely to be included in this client's plan of care?

A client is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Upon admission, the client was drowsy and nauseated with reports of a headache. An hour after admission, the practical nurse (PN) is assisting with the care of the client. Which finding is most important for the PN to report to the charge nurse?

A 6-year-old child is diagnosed with rheumatic fever and demonstrates associated chorea (sudden aimless movements of the arms and legs). Which information should the nurse provide to the parents?

A 30-year-old male client tells the nurse that about half of his diet comes from eating meat and eggs. What instruction should the nurse provide?