Priya is receiving chemotherapy and develops painful mouth sores. Which nursing action will best support her oral intake?

Oliver, a client with Huntington’s disease, is under your care and is experiencing progressive chorea movements. Which intervention is most appropriate to support his nutritional needs?

Emma, a nurse, is meeting with a client recently diagnosed with Huntington’s disease to discuss long-term care planning. Which nursing approach is most appropriate?

Evelyn, a nurse, is caring for a client who recently began taking anti-seizure medication. During a follow-up evaluation, which finding would indicate to Evelyn that the medication is achieving its intended therapeutic effect?

Avery, an elderly client, is admitted to the hospital with acute confusion due to a urinary tract infection. As a nurse, which environment would be most appropriate for Avery?

Isla, a client admitted with delirium secondary to sepsis, is disoriented and attempting to get out of bed. Which nursing interventions are most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

Maya, a nurse, is caring for a client who has developed delirium due to dehydration. What intervention is most important to support the client's recovery?

Noah, a nurse, is evaluating a client who has been receiving treatment for endometriosis. During a follow-up visit, the client shares some updates about her condition. Which client statement indicates the treatment has been successful?

Evelyn is brought to the emergency department with sudden weakness and difficulty speaking. The healthcare provider suspects an ischemic stroke due to her history of atrial fibrillation. Before administering alteplase, which diagnostic test must be completed?

Lily, a nurse in the emergency department, is reviewing the provider's orders for William, who has just been diagnosed with an acute ischemic stroke. Which order should Lily question?

Ava, a client, arrives at the emergency department with slurred speech and unilateral weakness. Her ECG reveals atrial fibrillation. Which action should the nurse take first in preparation for thrombolytic therapy?

A client arrives at the emergency department with sudden weakness and slurred speech that started about 5 hours ago. The provider is considering alteplase therapy. What should the nurse do next?

Sophia, a nurse in the emergency department, is caring for a client who has just received alteplase for an acute ischemic stroke. As she evaluates the client, which outcome would indicate to Sophia that the medication is working as intended?

Charlotte, a nurse, is monitoring a client in the hospital who has just received an alteplase infusion for a suspected stroke. During her assessment, she observes the following findings. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?

Charlotte, a nurse, is caring for a client with a traumatic brain injury who is showing signs of increased intracranial pressure. Which intervention should Charlotte implement to promote cerebral perfusion?

Scarlett, a nurse, is caring for a client with cirrhosis and esophageal varices. Which type of medication should Scarlett anticipate administering to reduce portal hypertension and the risk of variceal bleeding?

Aria, a nurse, is caring for a client with advanced liver failure and is reviewing their laboratory results. Which finding should Aria expect?

Ava, who has recently been diagnosed with cholecystitis, is meeting with a nurse for dietary guidance. Which statement by Ava indicates a correct understanding of the appropriate diet?

Aiden, a nurse in the emergency department, is assessing a client who sustained a head injury in a motor vehicle accident. Which of the following findings should Aiden recognize as expected signs of a basilar skull fracture? (Select all that apply.)

Lily, a nurse in the neuro ICU, is caring for a client with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) due to cerebral edema. The provider has written several orders. Which order should Lily question?

Carl, who has a history of angina, visits the clinic and tells the nurse she is interested in treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED). The nurse reviews Aria's current medications. Which statement by Carl indicates a need for further evaluation before prescribing an ED medication?

Isla arrives in the emergency department with signs of a possible stroke. Which question should the nurse prioritize during the initial assessment?

Mia, a client, is admitted to the hospital with severe abdominal pain and is diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. Which of the following provider orders should the nurse anticipate to manage Mia’s condition?

Which of the following is an emergent finding in clients with cholecystitis caused by choledocolithiasis?

Olivia, a nurse at a busy clinic, is reviewing a new prescription for a client recently diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which medication would Olivia expect to see prescribed to manage this condition? Select all that apply

Jackson recently completed chest radiation therapy and is experiencing skin desquamation. During a follow-up visit, the nurse provides instructions on how to care for his skin. Which statement by Jackson shows he understood the instructions?

Michael is a nurse caring for a client who is undergoing internal radiation therapy (brachytherapy) for prostate cancer. Which nursing action reflects appropriate radiation safety practice?

Harper is recovering from hepatitis A and is about to be discharged from the hospital. The nurse provides instructions on how to support liver healing at home. Which statement by Harper indicates an understanding of these instructions?

Olivia, a nurse, is caring for a client with Parkinson’s disease who has been prescribed carbidopa/levodopa. During her assessment, which finding should Olivia monitor for as a potential adverse effect of the medication?

Lily, a nurse on a neurology unit, is caring for a client with Parkinson’s disease who has been prescribed benztropine. During her assessment, which findings should Lily recognize as potential adverse effects of this medication? Select all that apply

A client with a spinal cord injury at the T3 level suddenly becomes flushed and reports a pounding headache. What clinical manifestation should alert the nurse to possible autonomic dysreflexia?

Kai, who was recently diagnosed with late-stage syphilis, is meeting with his healthcare provider to learn about his treatment plan. During the discussion, which statement by Kai indicates a need for further teaching?

Grace, a nurse, is assessing a client who presents with right upper quadrant abdominal pain and nausea. She suspects cholecystitis. Which physical exam finding supports this diagnosis?

Oliver has been diagnosed with a chronic terminal illness. During a family meeting, a nurse is teaching Oliver and his family about care options. Which statement by Oliver demonstrates an accurate understanding of the difference between palliative care and hospice care?

Lucas, a nurse, is caring for a client with suspected increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which assessment finding should prompt Lucas to notify the provider immediately?

James, a nurse, is providing education to a client newly diagnosed with Huntington’s disease. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the disease process?