Causative factors for the development of delirium include which of the following? Select all that apply.

To prevent autonomic dysreflexia, which nursing action would the home health nurse include in the plan of care for a patient who has paraplegia at the T4 level?

An adult male is experiencing increased fatigue and occasional palpitations at rest. Which laboratory data would the nurse identify as consistent with these symptoms?

A 40-year-old female client has a family history of thyroid problems and is being seen by the primary health care provider for unintentional weight loss, irritability, and chest discomfort. Her probable diagnosis is hyperthyroidism, which the primary health care provider plans to confirm by laboratory testing. What additional physical assessment findings would the nurse expect to be present in this client? Select all that apply.

A 55-year-old male was admitted 1 week ago for a left lower leg venous thromboembolism (VTE/DVT), confirmed by ultrasound. He started to work from home 4 months ago and reports that his activity level has significantly decreased. When admitted, his left lower leg had 3+ edema and was warm and reddened over the calf area. He was immediately started on intravenous heparin therapy, with warfarin (Coumadin), on the same day. On day 5, the heparin infusion was discontinued, and he will be discharged on oral warfarin (Coumadin) alone. He expects to be discharged to home tomorrow.

Indicate which discharge information is appropriate/indicated for the patient. Select all that apply.

Important nursing interventions when caring for a patient with Cushing syndrome include:

Which finding indicates to the nurse that the current therapies are effective for a patient with acute adrenal insufficiency (Addison's Disease)?

A 55-year-old male was admitted 1 week ago for a left lower leg venous thromboembolism (VTE/DVT), confirmed by ultrasound. He started to work from home 4 months ago and reports that his activity level has significantly decreased. When admitted, his left lower leg had 3+ edema and was warm and reddened over the calf area. He was immediately started on intravenous heparin therapy, with warfarin (Coumadin), on the same day. On day 5, the heparin infusion was discontinued, and he will be discharged on oral warfarin (Coumadin) alone. He expects to be discharged to home tomorrow.

Indicate which discharge information is appropriate/indicated for the patient. Select all that apply.

The clinical diagnosis of dementia is based on

Marvin is transferred from the ICU to the Tele/Neuro unit 24 hours after receiving tPA. He has left sided hemiplegia with some dysphagia. What nursing interventions should be part of his plan of care? Select all that apply.

Order the steps for completing a blood transfusion.