The nurse is caring for several clients on a hospital's surgical unit. Which of the following clients are at greatest risk for developing an infection?

At 1930 the nurse notes that the client has rapid, more labored respirations with frequent coughing that is producing thick tenacious secretions. The client is alert and oriented and able to speak, between coughing episodes. She states that the last time she had this much coughing, the respiratory therapist (RT) gave her a nebulizer treatment, which "helped a lot."

What nursing actions would the nurse implement at this time in coordination with the registered nurse (RN)? Select all that apply.

The client is being admitted to the oncology unit and is being placed on neutropenic precautions. Which lab value would indicate the need for this type of precaution?

A nurse is instructing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) on the use of personal protective equipment while caring for clients. Which of the following statements made by the UAP indicates an understanding of standard precaution techniques?

The nurse is assessing the hands of a client and notes bony enlargements of the client's joints, as pictured here. The joints are hard, painless, and some of the fingers are deviated from the midline. The nurse suspects these findings are a result of which of the following?

While administering an IM, the nurse accidentally stuck themselves with a dirty needle. The nurse has not completed their Hepatitis B series. Which of the following stages would this nurse be placed?

A client who has been diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) presents with the following signs/symptoms; vital signs are: temperature, 102.8°F; pulse, 88 beats per minute; respirations 26 breaths per minute; blood pressure, 144/76; and oxygen saturation of 85%. The client complains of difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, and a productive cough. The nurse notes crackles bilaterally. The client denies nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Based on these findings, the nurse would anticipate which of the following orders? Select all that apply.

A nurse is attending a continuing education course about communicable diseases. During which phase does the client develop non-specific symptoms such as malaise, fever, and body aches?

A client diagnosed with gout has been instructed on limiting the intake of purine-rich foods. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?

Tumor staging includes the TNM classification system. The N in TNM would give the physician information on which part of the tumor classification?

The nurse is caring for several clients on a hospital's surgical unit. Which of the following clients are at greatest risk for developing an infection?