When auscultating the lungs of an adult client, the nurse notes that low-pitched, soft breath sounds are heard over the lower lobes. How would the nurse interpret these findings?

When auscultating the lungs of an adult client, the nurse notes that low-pitched, soft breath sounds are heard over the lower lobes. How would the nurse interpret these findings?

How would the nurse document mild, slight pitting edema of the ankles, where there can be no perceptible swelling seen, the indentation depth will be less than 2mm, and the indentation will disappear in less than 10 seconds?

A nurse is preparing to teach clients. Which client finding will cause the nurse to postpone a teaching session? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is preparing to suction a client. The pulse is 65 and pulse oximetry is 94%. Which finding will cause the nurse to stop suctioning?

A 67-year-old client states that he recently began to have pain in his left calf when climbing the 10 stairs to his apartment. This pain is relieved by sitting for about 2 minutes, then he is able to resume his activities. How would the nurse document this finding?

When performing a respiratory assessment on a patient, the nurse notices a costal vertebral angle (CVA) of approximately 160 degrees. How would finding?

What subjective data should the nurse obtain about a client's respiratory status? Select all that apply.

When performing a cardiovascular assessment, what would the nurse understand about an S4 heart sound?

The nurse is asked to describe what the heart sound S1 represents. What would be the correct response by the nurse?

The nurse wants to prevent venous thrombus (DVT) formation in a client after surgery. What action should the nurse delegate to the certified nursing assistant/patient care assistant to help prevent DVT formation in the client?