A nurse caring for a client who has hypertension is asked about a prescription for propranolol. The nurse should inform the client that this medication is contraindicated in clients who have a history of which of the following conditions?

A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 day postoperative following a lobectomy and has a chest tube drainage system in place. Which of the following findings by the nurse indicates a need for intervention?

A nurse is caring for a client who is unconscious and has a breathing pattern characterized by alternating periods of hyperventilation and apnea. The nurse should document that the client has which of the following respiratory alterations?

A nurse is assessing a client who is 24 hours postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation to repair a fracture of the femur. Which of the following assessment findings is an early manifestation of fat embolism syndrome (FES)?

A nurse is caring for a client who has meningitis and a temperature of 39.7°C (103.5°F). The client is prescribed a hypothermia blanket. While using this therapy, the nurse should know that the client must be carefully observed for which of the following complications?

A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the differences between a plaster cast and a synthetic cast. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who recently had surgery for the insertion of a permanent pacemaker. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify?

A nurse in a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is assessing a client who has a newly created colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A nurse is talking with a young adult client who has a family history of osteoporosis. Which health promotion activity should the nurse recommend as a possible preventive measure?

A nurse is educating coworkers on how to minimize back strain and avoid repeated episodes of low back pain. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse caring for a client who has hypertension is asked about a prescription for propranolol. The nurse should inform the client that this medication is contraindicated in clients who have a history of which of the following conditions?