The nurse is preparing a client for surgery and observes on the operative permit that the client will be having a double-barrel colostomy. What portion of the large intestine is the nurse aware that this is performed?

The nurse is providing client education on growth and development throughout the lifespan. When stating periods of most rapid bone growth, which period is the nurse most correct to state?

Examination of a client's bladder stones reveals that they are primarily composed of uric acid. The nurse would expect to provide the client with which type of diet?

The hemodialysis client is scheduled to receive weekly injections of epoetin. Which is the most important consideration to be taken by the nurse in the administration of this medication?

A client is admitted for evaluation of cerebral aneurysm. Which assessment finding is of greatest importance in prioritizing nursing care to this client?

The nurse is preparing a client for surgery and observes on the operative permit that the client will be having a double-barrel colostomy. What portion of the large intestine is the nurse aware that this is performed?

The nursing instructor is having a group discussion about the functions of the skin prior to reviewing common skin disorders. The instructor is pleased when the students answer (SATA).

A client with diabetes insipidus is extremely dehydrated and is unable to take oral fluids. Fluid therapy is prescribed. Which intervention would be most important for the client?

A client calls the clinic and tells the nurse that he was bitten by a tick and is afraid he has Lyme disease. How long does the nurse understand that the tick must be attached to Lyme disease?

On initial nursing rounds, the diabetic client reports "not feeling well." Later, the nurse finds the client to be diaphoretic and in a stuporous state. What is the immediate action taken by the nurse?

Which of the following is a true statement regarding psoriasis?