A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 650 mg PO to a patient. The available amount is acetaminophen 325 mg/tablet.

How many tablets should the nurse administer?

A nurse in a provider’s office is reviewing the health histories of four clients.
For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate scheduling a colonoscopy?

The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a patient with peritonitis.
Which prescription should prompt the nurse to seek clarification from the gastroenterologist?

The nurse provides education for a patient about the treatment for acute gastritis. Which patient statement requires correction by the nurse?

A nurse is collecting data from a patient who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and reports experiencing heartburn every night.
Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the patient’s heartburn?

The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with a possible bowel obstruction. Which patient symptom should cause the nurse the most concern?

A nurse is caring for a postoperative patient.
When helping to manage the patient’s pain, which of the following principles should the nurse apply? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who had an upper endoscopy 1 hr ago. The nurse should place the priority on monitoring which of the following?

A nurse is gathering data from a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings is a sign of gastrointestinal perforation?

The nurse is monitoring a patient recovering from an emergency appendectomy.
Which finding is most concerning?

A client has been diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis.
What diet would the nurse expect to be prescribed for the client?