A nurse is caring for a group of clients. The nurse should monitor which of the following clients for manifestations of hypokalemia? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is assessing a client who is taking beclomethasone. Which of the following findings is the priority to report to the provider?

A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving gemfibrozil. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of this medication?

A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. The client is at risk for developing which of the following conditions?

A nurse is caring for a 45-year-old male client in the emergency department who presented with complaints of dizziness, palpitations, and weakness. The following exhibits provide the necessary information to answer the question.

The client is at risk for developing which condition? Complete the following sentence by selecting the correct options from the list below:

The client is at risk for developing

A nurse is caring for a client who has hyperlipidemia and a new prescription for colesevelam. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations as an adverse effect of colesevelam?

A nurse is caring for a client who has benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) and a new prescription for doxazosin IR. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?

A nurse is caring for a 65-year-old male client in a cardiac clinic. The client was recently discharged from an acute hospital stay for worsening heart failure. Below are the exhibits related to the client’s condition:

Exhibit 1: Nurses’ Notes 2 Weeks Ago

The client was admitted to the hospital two weeks ago with worsening heart failure. He was experiencing significant shortness of breath, fatigue, and 2+ edema on bilateral lower extremities. Upon auscultation, an S3 heart sound was noted, and occasional expiratory wheezing was present. The client was managed with furosemide, captopril, and metoprolol at home, but these medications were not sufficient to control his symptoms.

Exhibit 2: Nurses’ Notes Today

The client reports some improvement in shortness of breath with exertion but continues to feel fatigued. Upon auscultation, an S3 heart sound is still noted, and lung sounds are clear. The client has 1+ edema on the ankles and reports nausea, constipation, and blurred vision.

Exhibit 3: History and Physical

The client was discharged from the hospital two days ago after being treated for worsening heart failure. During the hospitalization, he was prescribed digoxin and a potassium supplement in addition to his existing medications. The client will return to the office in two weeks to review lab work and medication management.

Exhibit 4: Laboratory Results Today

• Digoxin: 2.2 ng/mL (0.8 to 2 ng/mL)
• Potassium: 4.8 mEq/L (3.5 to 5 mEq/L)

Exhibit 5: Vital Signs Today

• Temperature: 36.8°C (98.2°F)
• Heart rate: 55/min
• Respiratory rate: 16/min
• Blood pressure: 110/80 mm Hg
• Oxygen saturation: 96% on room air

Click to highlight the findings that indicate the client may be experiencing digoxin toxicity. To deselect a finding, click on the finding again.

A nurse is caring for a female client in a clinic.

A nurse is planning to provide teaching to the client about the new prescription. For each teaching statement made by the nurse, click to specify if the teaching statement is indicated or contraindicated for the client.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and is starting to take hydroxychloroquine. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking lisinopril for several months. The nurse should plan to check which of the following laboratory values to monitor for adverse effects of the medication?