A 62-year-old man named John with a history of COPD is admitted for worsening shortness of breath. John's recent arterial blood gas (ABG) Indicates a PaCO2 level of 55 mmHg. Which of the following mechanisms is most compromised In John's respiratory system?

47. Nurse Karen is reviewing medication orders for patients with different types of throat infections. Match each patient's condition to the appropriate pharmacological intervention.

Nurse Alex is assigned to care for Paul, a patient with severely reduced neutrophil counts.
Which considerations should be included in Paul's care plan? (Select all that apply.)

Mary, a 45-year-old woman, comes into the clinic complaining of a swollen and painful toe after stubbing it on a furniture leg. The nurse explains that the pain is most likely due to what mechanism in the inflammatory response?

Henry, an 80-year-old man, has had a closed head injury and was unconscious for 5 minutes. Which vital sign trend is most concerning?

Henry, a 65-year-old man, is in the clinic for a routine check-up. During the assessment of his male genitalia, which position can Henry choose for the examination?

George, 65, has a 10-year history of diabetes mellitus. He complains of tingling sensations and numbness in his feet. His HbA1c is 9%, and a monofilament test reveals a loss of sensation. Which of the following interventions should be prioritized?

John, 55, presents with progressive muscle twitching, cramps, and difficulty holding objects. His EMG shows signs of denervation, and MRI reveals corticospinal tract - degeneration. Past medical history includes hypertension and diabetes. Given that John has now developed dysphagia, what is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

Robert, a 52-year-old male, comes to the ED with difficulty swallowing, a muffled voice, and facial swelling. His temperature is 102°F, and his WBC count is elevated. Past medical history includes recurrent strep throat infections, for which he's been noncompliant with antibiotics. What are the immediate nursing interventions for Robert who is suspected to have a peritonsillar abscess?

James, 45, has a past medical history of depression and a new diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. His lumbar puncture shows oligoclonal bands, and he's experiencing an acute exacerbation.

In addition to administering corticosteroids, what is another priority intervention for acute exacerbations? 

Marie, a 30-year-old nurse at a flu immunization clinic, encounters Paul, a 45-year-old patient with diabetes and hypertension, who also received immunoglobulin therapy two weeks prior. Which is the most appropriate action for Marie to take?