A patient with cirrhosis is becoming lethargic and confused. Which of the following labs does the nurse expect the HCP (health care provider) to order?

A 16-year-old presents at the emergency department reporting right lower quadrant pain and is subsequently diagnosed with appendicitis. When planning this client's nursing care, the nurse should prioritize what nursing diagnosis?

Which of the following is an indication of Left sided heart failure?

Interpret the following ABG:

PH 7.51

Pa02 88

PaC02 32

Bicarb (HC03-) 26

Sa02 95%

A patient is brought to the ED after being struck by a baseball to the chest. The physician suspects a cardiac tamponade based on hypotension muffled heart sounds, and distended jugular veins. What is the primary intervention for this patient?

A nurse observes the following during the physical exam. How will the nurse document this finding?

The nurse is assessing a patient for heart failure (HF). Which early findings would indicate decreased cardiac output and a potential for fluid overload from heart failure?

A triage nurse in the emergency department is assessing a client who presented with reports of general malaise. Assessment reveals the presence of jaundice and increased abdominal girth. What assessment question best addresses the possible etiology of this client's presentation?

Which of the following describes why an ACE inhibitor is prescribed to a patient with Heart Failure?

The nurse is reviewing a newly admitted client's electronic health record, which notes a history of orthopnea. What nursing action is most clearly indicated?

Order: Octreotide continuous infusion via pump at 50 mcg/hour Available: Octreotide 0.5 mg in 100 mL of fluid Infuse at