The nurse is caring for a bedridden client admitted with multiple myeloma and a serum calcium level of 13 mg/dl. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action? A.. Provide passive range-of-motion exercises and encourage fluid intake B. Teach the client to increase intake of whole grains and nuts C. Place a tracheostomy tray at the bedside D. Administer calcium gluconate IM as ordered

The nurse is caring for a client receiving chemotherapy for multiple myeloma. The client reports increased fatigue and is having difficulty completing their activities of daily living. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform?A. obtain laboratory orders to assess the client for hyperthyroidismB. place a surgical mask on the clientC. obtain an order to collect blood culturesD. review the client's most recent serum hemoglobin and hematocrit

The nurse is caring for a client who has been in good health up to the present and is admitted with cellulitis of the hand. The client’s serum potassium level was 4.5 mEq/L yesterday. Today the level is 7 mEq/L. Which of the following is the next appropriate nursing action? A. Call the physician and report results B. Question the results and redraw the specimen C. Encourage the client to increase the intake of bananas D. Initiate seizure precautions

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a hypertensive crisis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?A. Initiate an IV dopamine infusion.B. Begin an IV bolus of lactated Ringer's.C. Perform neurological assessments.D. Place the client supine.

The nurse is caring for a client who has fluid overload. What action by the nurse takes priority?

A client with pneumonia presents with the following arterial blood gases: pH of 7.28, PaCO2 of 74, HCO3 of 28 mEq/L, and PO2 of 45. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention? A. Administer a sedative B. Place client in left lateral position C. Place client in high-Fowler’s position D. Assist the client to breathe into a paper bag