#1
A patient is experiencing shortness of breath and chest pain. What should the nurse prioritize?
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#2
A post-operative patient reports sudden dizziness and weakness. What action should the nurse take first?
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#3
A patient with a history of hypertension complains of severe headache and blurred vision. What action should the nurse take first?
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#4
A patient with a Foley catheter reports burning sensation during urination. What is the nurse's initial action?
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#5
A patient receiving chemotherapy reports severe nausea and vomiting. What intervention should the nurse implement first?
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#6
A patient with a leg wound complains of increased pain and redness at the wound site. What action should the nurse take first?
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#7
During a health assessment, a patient complains of nausea and abdominal pain. Which of the following should the nurse prioritize?
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#8
A diabetic patient is admitted with confusion and lethargy. The nurse notes the patient's blood glucose level is 50 mg/dL. What is the priority intervention?
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#9
A patient with a history of asthma is prescribed a new inhaler. What should the nurse prioritize during patient education?
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#10
A patient with a nasogastric tube reports abdominal discomfort and difficulty breathing. What should the nurse do first?
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#11
A patient is scheduled for a lumbar puncture. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do?
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#12
A patient with a history of heart failure is prescribed a new medication. What assessment should the nurse prioritize before administering the medication?
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#13
A patient with heart failure is prescribed multiple medications. The nurse realizes there might be a drug interaction between two of the prescribed medications. What should the nurse do?
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#14
A patient with diabetes is scheduled for surgery. What is the nurse's priority regarding insulin administration?
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#15
A patient with a central venous catheter reports tenderness and swelling at the insertion site. What is the nurse's initial action?
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#16
A patient with a chest tube reports sudden chest pain and shortness of breath. What should the nurse do first?
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#17
A patient with diabetes is admitted with confusion and diaphoresis. The nurse notes a blood glucose level of 30 mg/dL. What is the priority intervention?
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