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The client with sepsis is ordered an intravenous fluid bolus of 0.9% sodium chloride in the amount of 25 mLs/kg over 2 hours.  The client weighs 78 kg.  What volume will the nurse infuse?   Round to the nearest whole number.

A nurse is preparing a client for discharge to an extended care facility (ECF). What can the nurse do to help facilitate an effective and safe transition to the ECF?

The client’ provider has ordered  0.9% sodium chloride at 150 mLs/hour. The tubing has a drop factor of 15 drops/mL.  What is the drop rate per 15 seconds ?   Round to the nearest whole number.

A previously uninsured client, being treated for worsening chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), discusses with the nurse his concerns of whether his insurance company will cover his hospital visit or not. What would be the most appropriate response from the nurse?

A client who is taking rifampin (Rifadin) for tuberculosis calls the clinic and reports having orange colored urine and tears.  Which is the best response by the nurse? 

A 55 year-old male client with known erectile dysfunction is admitted to the emergency department with symptoms of a myocardial infarction. Which question by the nurse is the priority before administering nitroglycerin?  

The nurse anticipates which physician order as the priority when caring for a client suspected of having sepsis, with fever, muscle aches, urgency with urination, and confusion?

The nurse obtains the following assessment data on an older client diagnosed with influenza.  Which information is most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?  

The nurse is discussing dietary modifications with a client gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).  Which menu indicates that the client understands the nurse’s instructions?

A child with pyloric stenosis is at risk for metabolic alkalosis for which reason?