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The nurse is caring for a 68-year-old client in the emergency department.
History Physical Vital Signs
Admission: The client comes to the emergency department with progressively worsening back pain that began 3 weeks ago. The pain has become significantly worse over the past 12 hours. Pain level is rated as 8 on a scale of 0-10. The client was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and has had a poor response to treatment. This morning, the client had trouble walking and reports decreased sensation in the feet. The client also reports mild nausea, difficulty urinating, decreased urinary sensation, and no bowel movement in the past 3 days
For each potential intervention, click to specify if the intervention is expected or not expected for the care of the client.
- A. Administer corticosteroids
- B. Initiate seizure precautions
- C. Administer an oral stool softener
- D. Perform intermittent urinary catheterization
- E. Perform frequent neuromuscular evaluations
- F. Prepare client for surgical spinal cord decompression
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Corticosteroids , stool softeners , catheterization , neuromuscular checks , and surgery are expected for spinal cord compression. Seizure precautions are not routine.
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The nurse is assisting the registered nurse with caring for a client who is at 36 weeks gestation. History and Physical Vital Signs
General - Client is gravida 2 para 1 at 36 weeks gestation; reports a throbbing headache rated as / on a scale of 0-10, blurred vision, and epigastric pain; client states that she took 1000 mg of acetaminophen 2 hours ago with no relief, medical history includes seasonal allergies and exercise-induced asthma
Neurological -Patellar deep tendon reflexes 2+ bilaterally, clonus absent
Cardiovascular -Heart tones normal; facial edema noted; +2 pitting edema in bilateral upper extremities; +3 pitting edema in bilateral lower extremities
Gastrointestinal -Client reports fetal movement, no contractions noted; soft uterine resting tone on palpation
Genitourinary -Cervical examination: 1 cm dilated, 0% effaced, -3 fetal station, cephalic fetal presentation, amniotic membranes intact; cesarean birth 5 years ago at 40 weeks gestation for breech fetal presentation, resulting in delivery of healthy newborn
For each potential intervention, click to specify if the Intervention is indicated or not indicated for the care of the client.
- A. Initiate seizure precautions
- B. Encourage frequent ambulation
- C. Start a magnesium sulfate infusion
- D. Prepare to administer antihypertensives
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Seizure precautions , magnesium sulfate , and antihypertensives are indicated for preeclampsia with severe features. Ambulation is not prioritized due to risk of falls.
The nurse is caring for a 55-year-old client in the clinic.
History and Physical
Body System
Findings: General - The client reports cramping pain in the left calf that has worsened over the past year. The pain is precipitated by walking and is partially relieved with rest. The client reports difficulty walking more than 3 blocks. Height: 72 in (182.9 cm), weight: 250 lb (113.4 kg), BMI: 33.9 kg/m?
Pulmonary- Vital signs are RR 16, SpO, 97% on room air. Client reports smoking 1 pack of cigarettes daily for the past 35 years. Breath sounds are mildly decreased throughout with mild prolonged expiration. Client has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Cardiovascular- Vital signs are T 98.8 F (37.1 C), P 82, BP 146/82. S1 and S2 heard on auscultation. The left lower extremity (LLE) is cooler to touch than the right and appears shiny with sparse hair. LLE pulses: femoral 2+, popliteal 1+, posterior tibia 1+, dorsalis pedis audible with Doppler. LLE capillary refill >3 sec. Client has a history of hypertension.
Gastrointestinal- Client is obese. No tenderness, guarding, masses, bruits, or hepatosplenomegaly.
Which of the following statements indicate a correct understanding of the health care provider's teaching? Select all that apply.
- A. I can start this medication now while planning to stop smoking cigarettes soon.'
- B. I may experience a disturbance in my sleep and have unusual dreams.'
- C. I may lose some weight with smoking cessation.'
- D. I should call my health care provider if I notice a significant change in my mood.'
- E. I should not use any nicotine replacement while taking this medication.'
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Varenicline can start before quitting , cause sleep issues , require mood monitoring , and is not combined with nicotine replacement . Weight loss is not guaranteed.
The nurse is caring for a 75-year-old female client. Nurses' Notes Laboratory Results Diagnostic Results Emergency Department
The client is transferred to the emergency department from a skilled nursing facility for a 3-day history of left lower quadrant abdominal pain rated 8 on a scale of 0-10, loss of appetite, and nausea. Although the client has a history of chronic constipation, she has had 2 or 3 loose stools daily for 1 week. The client reports tenderness on deep palpation of the left lower quadrant. There is an area of blanchable redness on the coccyx. The stool is positive for occult blood.
The client has residual left-sided weakness from an ischemic stroke 2 years ago and ambulates with a walker. The client reports falling several times in the past 6 months; the last fall was 3 weeks ago No ecchymosis or injuries are noted. The client had a hysterectomy and salpingo-oophorectomy for uterine fibroids 20 years ago. Vital signs are T 100 F (37.8 C), P 98, RR 17, BP 126/68, and SpOz 97% on room air.
Medical-Surgical Unit: 4 Days Later
The client continues to experience left lower quadrant pain, decreased appetite, and nausea. Today, she developed chills. Stool frequency has not increased. Severe tenderness is noted in the left lower quadrant, and a mass is palpable. Vital signs are T 101.3 F (38.5 C), P 112, RR 17, BP 110/80, SpO, 97% on room air.
The nurse recognizes the client has most likely developed .........anticipate assisting with.........
- A. An abscess
- B. Colon cancer
- C. Clostridiodes difficile infection
- D. Collecting a stool culture
- E. Preparing the client for a colostomy
- F. Obtaining a repeat CT scan of the abdomen
Correct Answer: A,F
Rationale: A palpable mass and fever suggest an abscess , requiring a CT scan for confirmation.
The nurse is caring for a 75-year-old female client. Nurses' Notes Laboratory Results Diagnostic Results Emergency Department
The client is transferred to the emergency department from a skilled nursing facility for a 3-day history of left lower quadrant abdominal pain rated 8 on a scale of 0-10, loss of appetite, and nausea. Although the client has a history of chronic constipation, she has had 2 or 3 loose stools daily for 1 week. The client reports tenderness on deep palpation of the left lower quadrant. There is an area of blanchable redness on the coccyx. The stool is positive for occult blood.
The client has residual left-sided weakness from an ischemic stroke 2 years ago and ambulates with a walker. The client reports falling several times in the past 6 months; the last fall was 3 weeks ago No ecchymosis or injuries are noted. The client had a hysterectomy and salpingo-oophorectomy for uterine fibroids 20 years ago. Vital signs are T 100 F (37.8 C), P 98, RR 17, BP 126/68, and SpOz 97% on room air.
Medical-Surgical Unit: 4 Days Later
The client continues to experience left lower quadrant pain, decreased appetite, and nausea. Today, she developed chills. Stool frequency has not increased. Severe tenderness is noted in the left lower quadrant, and a mass is palpable. Vital signs are T 101.3 F (38.5 C), P 112, RR 17, BP 110/80, SpO, 97% on room air.
For each potential finding below, click to specify if the finding is consistent with the disease process of acute diverticulitis, gastroenteritis, or irritable bowel syndrome.
- A. Fever
- B. Loose stools
- C. Abdominal pain
- D. Occult blood in the stool
- E. History of chronic constipation
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Fever and occult blood are specific to diverticulitis. Loose stools occur in gastroenteritis and IBS, abdominal pain in all, and constipation in diverticulitis and IBS.
The nurse is caring for an 88-year-old client with pneumonia.
Nurses' Notes Vital Signs Medical-Surgical Unit
0800: The client has dyspnea that worsens on exertion, a productive cough, and fever. Crackles are heard in the bilateral lower lung lobes.
1000: The client is restless, coughs frequently, and struggles to breathe.
The nurse should first Select... to Select... ...
- A. Elevate the head of the bed
- B. Administer albuterol nebulizer
- C. Assist the client to drink clear fluids
- D. Thin secretions
- E. Increase lung expansion
- F. Relax bronchial smooth muscles
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed promotes lung expansion to improve breathing in pneumonia.