The nurse is about to administer warfarin (Coumadin). Which of the following laboratory studies would be reviewed first?

The client is admitted to the medical unit with suspected acute pancreatitis. Which laboratory values should the nurse monitor to confirm this diagnosis?

The nurse is admitting a 32-year-old woman to the presurgical unit. The nurse learns during the admission assessment that the client takes oral contraceptives and recognizes that this increases the client's risk for post-operative complications. What intervention should the nurse include in the postoperative plan of care?

A nurse instructs a preoperative client on how to perform deep-breathing exercises and cough effectively after surgery. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

The nurse is planning client education for a newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic who enjoys running 3 miles several mornings a week. Which of the following responses regarding exercise is appropriate for this client?

A nurse is assessing a client who has developed atelectasis postoperatively. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

The nurse cares for a client receiving Enoxaparin subcutaneously to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which assessment findings should be reported to the health care provider immediately?

A nurse is assessing a female client who is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should identify which of the following manifestations increases the client's risk for developing type 2 diabetes.

The nurse caring for a client post-colon resection assesses the client on the second postoperative day. The nasogastric tube remains patent and is draining moderate amounts of greenish fluid. Which assessment finding would suggest that the client's potassium level is too low?

In preparation for ambulation, the nurse plans to assist a postoperative client in transitioning from a lying to a sitting position. Which nursing action is most appropriate to maintain the client's safety?

A nurse is caring for a client with type 1 diabetes. The client's medication administration record includes the administration of Humulin-R (regular insulin or Novolin-R three times daily. Knowing that the client's lunch tray will arrive at 11:45 AM, when should the nurse administer the insulin?