A client experienced a stroke that damaged the hypothalamus. The nurse should anticipate that the client will have problems with:

Clients using antianxiety drugs should be cautious when driving or performing tasks requiring mental alertness because antianxiety drugs may cause:

Which of the following assessment findings is observed in a client with opiate use?

A client diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm reports a severe headache to the nurse. What action is a priority for the nurse?

The nurse is caring for a client with Wernicke encephalopathy. The nurse determines that teaching has been effective when the client makes which statement?

A nurse is assisting in preparing a presentation at a community center about systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The nurse should identify which of the following groups as having the highest risk for developing this disorder?

A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple myeloma and has a WBC count of 2,200/mm3. Which of the following food items brought by the family should the nurse prohibit from being given to the client?

A client visits a health care facility reporting loss of appetite following a prolonged illness. How should the nurse document the client's condition?

A client has lived independently prior to being admitted to an inpatient unit. The client will be unable to return home following discharge. Which environment would be most appropriate for the client?

The nurse is observing a client who is sitting alone in the day room. The client appears intently focused on the empty chair next to him. Suddenly the client begins laughing hysterically and making frantic hand gestures at the chair. When the nurse approaches the client, he looks over at the chair, whispers something unintelligible, and shakes his head. Based on this observation the nurse would assess the client's behavior as:

The nurse is assessing the client's pupils following a sports injury. Which of the following assessment findings indicates a neurologic concern? Select all that apply.