The nurse is assessing a client with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation. Which finding would be expected for this client?
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The nurse is preparing to remove a peripheral IV from a client. Which nursing action is the priority with this procedure?
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The nurse is caring for a client who just arrived in the PACU following a colonoscopy with polyp removal. The client's level of sedation is assessed using the Ramsay Sedation Scale (RSS). The client responds quickly, but only to commands. What Ramsay score would the nurse chart for this client?
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A client is scheduled for a CT of the brain with and without IV contrast dye to evaluate a possible hemorrhage. Which finding in the client's history should the nurse report immediately to the health care provider?
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The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with an upper respiratory infection. The client's temperature is 102.4°F, and he is confused. In the last 2 hours, systolic blood pressure has dropped from 138 to 90. The nurse should perform which intervention? Select all that apply.
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