A student nurse is assessing their patient who is NPO due to a recent surgery. The provider comes in the room to see the patient and states that the patient is cleared to start a full liquid diet. What is the best action by the student nurse?

A nurse is caring for an older adult patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The patient always remains in a sitting position to help them breathe more easily. Based on this information, what area on the patient's body should be frequently assessed for skin breakdown?

After applying pneumatic compression devices to bilateral lower extremities on a patient who is on bedrest, the patient asks what the purpose is of the device. How should the nurse respond to best address the patient's question?

You are providing care for a patient who had an ileostomy placed one week ago after a bowel resection. You note the following findings during your assessment (see chart below):

What finding is most concerning to the nurse?

The nurse is providing oral care to a sedated patient. What intervention is most important to implement with this patient?

The nurse is providing care for the following patients. Which patient is at highest risk of developing an infection?

The nurse is assessing the patient's output for the shift. What finding is most concerning?

A nurse enters a patient's room and finds that the patient has fallen on the way to the bathroom. What action should be implemented first?

You have received a report and are providing skin care for the following patients. Which patient do you want to assess first?

The provider has ordered a medication for a patient in the electronic health record. The nurse compares the ordered medication to the drug guide, see table below.

What part of this order requires clarification by the nurse prior to administering the medication?

A nurse is assisting an older adult client who sometimes loses their balance while walking. Which of the following devices is most important for the nurse to use when helping the client ambulate?