A client in her first trimester is concerned about how weight gain will affect her appearance and questions the nurse concerning dietary restrictions.

How much weight gain should the nurse point out will be safe for this client with a low BMI?

The nurse is teaching the parent of a child with newly diagnosed Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).

The nurse would evaluate the teaching as successful when the parent understands treatment involves the use of what medication?

The nurse is collecting data on an 18-month-old child with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

What clinical manifestation would likely have been noted in the child with this diagnosis?

A pregnant vegan reports eating lots of dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, citrus fruits, and berries.

To ensure that her infant's nervous system will develop properly, what foods should the nurse recommend that she add to her diet?

A nurse is caring for a client who has been placed in halo traction to immobilize his cervical spine.

Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is caring for a client who is threatening to commit suicide. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask?

A nurse is assisting with the care of a newly-admitted client who has acute osteomyelitis.

Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to implement?

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in early labor with intact membranes and a temperature of 38.9°C (102°F).

After notifying the provider, which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The nurse is teaching family members of a child newly diagnosed with muscular dystrophy about early signs.

The nurse knows that teaching was successful when a parent states that which of the following signs may indicate the condition early?

The nurse is observing a group of 2- and 3-year-olds in a playgroup.

Which behavior noted in one of the children indicates to the nurse that the child may have autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

The nurse is working with a group of caregivers of school-aged children discussing fractures. The nurse explains that a twist around the bone frequently associated with child abuse is what type of fracture?