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A client who is in shock is receiving a continuous IV infusion of a sympathomimetic dopamine. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?

In preparing to perform colostomy care, the nurse observes that a client's colostomy stoma has become a dark red to bluish color. Which action should the nurse implement?

A client arriving to the emergency department reports trouble breathing and tightness in the chest that started while exercising at the gym. The nurse observes the client is afebrile, heart rate 96 beats/minute, respirations 32 breaths/minute, and pulse oximeter reading of 85%. Audible wheezing is heard on expiration with a decrease in tactile fremitus and bilateral breath sounds. The client displays intercostal retracting and prolonged expirations. Based on the findings, the nurse should recognize the client is exhibiting symptoms of which condition?

The client's laboratory results indicate that the serum potassium level is 2.5 mEq/L (2.5 mmol/L). Which action should the nurse take?
Reference Range: Potassium (K+) [3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L (3.5 to 5.0 mmol/L)]

An older adult client recovering from coronary artery bypass surgery becomes weak and dizzy when standing to ambulate in the hall with the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). The UAP assists the client back into bed and notifies the nurse of the occurrence. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to include in the client's plan of care?

The nurse is preparing to administer lorazepam 1.5 mg IV to an anxious preoperative client. The medication is available in a 2 mg/mL vial. Which action should the nurse perform with the remainder of the medication?

An older adult client with heart failure comes to the emergency room because of nausea, vomiting, and anorexia. Based on the client's signs and symptoms, which data from the medical history has the most significance when planning this client's care?

During the shift change report, the nurse is told that a client has a stage 2 pressure injury. Which ulcer appearance is most likely to be observed?

While performing a skin assessment on an older adult, the nurse notices a number of irregular, round, brownish-colored lesions on the client's hands, arms, and face. On palpation, they are flat and slightly rough to the touch. Based on this assessment finding, which action should the nurse implement?

The nurse is teaching a spouse how to care for a client who recently had a stroke and has residual weakness on the right side. Which style shoes should the nurse recommend the client wear when ambulating with the spouse's assistance?

A client with heart failure reports increased shortness of breath. The nurse administered furosemide 20 mg IV 60 minutes ago. Which action is most important for the nurse to implement?