When evaluating a client's use of a metered-dose inhaler (MDI), the nurse notes that the client is unable to coordinate the activation of the inhaler with her breathing. What intervention is most appropriate at this time?

A client is receiving her third course of chemotherapy. What will the nurse teach her about managing stomatitis, an adverse effect of this drug involving inflammation of the oral mucosa?

Which problem may occur in a client who has started aminoglycoside therapy?

A client with a tracheostomy has difficulty removing excessive, thick mucus from the respiratory tract. The nurse expects that which drug will be ordered to aid in the removal of mucus?

The nurse is caring for a client experiencing sympathetic nervous system stimulation. What assessment finding supports this diagnosis? Select all that apply.

When monitoring a client who is taking a cholinergic drug, the nurse will watch for which cardiovascular effect?

While recovering from surgery, an elderly woman started taking a stimulant laxative, senna, to relieve constipation caused by the pain medications. Two weeks later, at her follow-up appointment, she tells the nurse that she likes how "regular' her bowel movements are now that she is taking the laxative. Which teaching principle is appropriate for this client?

A client is receiving an aluminum-containing antacid. The nurse will inform the client to watch for which possible adverse effect?

A sanitation worker has experienced a needle stick by a contaminated needle that was placed in a trash can. The employee health nurse expects that which drug will be used to provide passive immunity to hepatitis B infection?

A client has been taking lithium for 1 year, and the most recent lithium level is 0.9 rnEq/L. Which statement about the laboratory result is correct?

A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (CORD) and type 2 diabetes has been treated for pneumonia for the past week. The client has been receiving intravenous corticosteroids as well as antibiotics as part of his therapy. At this time, the pneumonia has resolved, but when monitoring the blood glucose levels, the nurse notices that the level is still elevated.

What is the best explanation for this elevation?