Fundamentals- Patient Care Proctored Exam

A client expresses concern to the nurse about their high stress levels following a recent diagnosis of hypertension. How should the nurse respond?

A nurse is caring for an older adult client diagnosed with osteoarthritis. The client states, "My pain right now is a 4 out of 10. What action(s) should the nurse take at this time? Select all that ap

A hospitalized client wants to complete an advance directive to change their status to do not resuscitate after hearing they have a terminal illness. How should the nurse respond?

A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 15 mg/kg dose by mouth to a client who weighs 82 lbs. Available is acetaminophen 160 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? mL (If needed, r

The nurse teaches the caregivers of a toddler about normal sleep requirements and patterns. Which statement made by the caregivers indicates effective learning has occurred?

The nurse administers an intravenous (IV) analgesic to a client with abdominal pain. Which assessment finding should the nurse identify as a complication of IV pain medication therapy?

The nurse is planning care for a client with insomnia. Which therapeutic action should the nurse include in the plan of care?

The nurse assesses a deceased client's body to determine readiness for viewing by the family. Which assessment finding(s) indicate the body is ready for viewing by the family? Select all that apply.

A client recovering from a colon resection with a colostomy placement refuses to observe colostomy care when the nurse performs it. What action should the nurse take at this time?

The nurse performs postmortem care on a client. What is the primary rationale for the nurse slightly elevating the head of bed during this process?

A nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client with a new diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. Which factor should the nurse recognize as having the biggest impact on the client's ability to cope aft

Client profile Name: James Reyes Provider: PD, MD Code Status: Full Code Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 act

A nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with a terminal illness. Which behavior indicates the client is in the anger stage of the Kübler-Ross model?

A nurse provides guidance to the caregiver of a client with progressing Alzheimer's disease. What should the nurse plan to teach the caregiver to help them manage their stress? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a cholecystectomy. What action should the nurse take before transporting the client to the preoperative area?

A preoperative nurse is implementing care and notices the client's consent form was signed yesterday. What action should the nurse take before proceeding?

Which is a physiological cue of acute severe pain?

A nurse is caring for a client who reports insomnia due to chronic leg pain. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

The nurse teaches an older adult client about their new diagnosis of heart disease. Which statement(s) by the client indicate that further teaching is needed? Select all that apply.

Which is a complication of chronic pain?

The nurse is caring for an older adult client with delirium. Which assessment finding(s) should be identified as a likely contributor to delirium? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing palliative care for a client with terminal pancreatic cancer. What intervention should the nurse prioritize in the care of this client?

During an assessment, a client reports difficulty concentrating and frequent mood swings. The nurse identifies that the client may have sleep deprivation. What additional finding supports this concern

What is the primary focus of the intraoperative phase of perioperative nursing?

The nurse plans discharge education for an older adult client. Which topic should the nurse prioritize in the teaching session?