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An experienced practical nurse (PN) is working a day shift on a mixed-acuity inpatient ward. Throughout the shift, the PN encounters several situations requiring clinical decision-making regarding task delegation and practice limitations. Which action taken by the PN indicates a correct understanding of practice boundaries and safety standards?
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the morning assessment data and medication administration record (MAR) for a -year-old client admitted with chronic kidney disease and hypertension.
| Assessment Data | Current Finding |
|---|---|
| Blood pressure | mmHg |
| Heart rate | beats/minute |
| Respiratory rate | breaths/minute |
| Oxygen saturation | on room air |
| Serum potassium | mEq/L ( mmol/L) |
Scheduled Medications:
* Lisinopril mg PO daily
* Sodium polystyrene sulfonate g PO stat
* Metoprolol mg IV push stat
* Influenza virus vaccine (inactivated) mL IM once
Based on this data, which actions by the PN are appropriate? Select all that apply.
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Following the morning handoff report, a practical nurse (PN) begins data collection for a group of assigned clients. Which client findings represent acute physiological deterioration and require immediate intervention? Select all that apply.
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An adult client is recovering on the surgical unit 12 hours after a total thyroidectomy. The practical nurse is planning care to prevent and identify potential postoperative emergencies. Which of the following actions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
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A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assisting with the care of a client who is 12 hours postoperative following an open cholecystectomy and has a nasogastric tube connected to low wall suction. Which of the following independent or collaborative actions by the LPN demonstrate appropriate risk reduction strategies? Select all that apply.
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A client on a medical-surgical unit is recovering from a partial bowel resection performed 48 hours ago. The morning laboratory results reveal a hemoglobin level of 7.2 g/dL (72 g/L). The client's current vital signs show a heart rate of 114 beats/min, a respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min, and a blood pressure of 98/62 mm Hg. The client reports feeling lightheaded when sitting up in bed. Which action should the practical nurse take first?
A client who underwent a subtotal thyroidectomy earlier today calls for assistance due to muscle aching in the neck and shoulders. The practical nurse enters the room to adjust the client's position for optimal comfort and safety. Which of the following positioning methods should the nurse implement?
A practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the legal and ethical guidelines of nursing practice on a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following actions by the PN are legally and ethically appropriate? Select all that apply.
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A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is preparing to collect an aerobic wound culture from a client's sacral pressure injury. To ensure the integrity of the diagnostic test and reduce the risk of inaccurate laboratory results, in which order should the nurse perform the following actions? (Arrange the steps in the correct chronological sequence.)
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During a routine rounding shift, a client who sustained a complete T4 spinal cord injury three months ago suddenly complains of blurred vision and an intense, pounding headache. Assessment reveals a blood pressure reading of 215/115 mm Hg, a heart rate of 52 beats per minute, and heavy diaphoresis on the face and neck. Determine the correct priority sequence for the interventions the nurse must implement. (Place the most urgent action at the top and the final action at the bottom.)
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While organizing the shift workload on an acute medical-surgical unit, a licensed practical nurse reviews the status of four assigned individuals. Which action represents the highest priority to mitigate a potential life-threatening complication?
A practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the morning data for four assigned clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which client should the PN evaluate first?
While providing care on a busy maternal-newborn unit, the practical nurse (PN) evaluates several clinical situations. Which action demonstrates appropriate clinical judgment and adherence to the PN scope of practice?
A practical nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin oral suspension to a pediatric client diagnosed with acute otitis media. The client weighs lb. The healthcare provider has prescribed to be divided into three equal doses administered every hours. The pharmacy supplies amoxicillin suspension at a concentration of . How many milliliters (mL) should the nurse administer for a single dose? (Record answer to the nearest whole number. Do not include units in answer.)
A practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the medication administration record (MAR) and current vital signs for a client who is 24 hours postoperative following a bowel resection. The client is scheduled to receive a dose of oral metoprolol. The client's vital signs are: temperature 98.6°F (37.0°C), heart rate 118 beats/minute, respiratory rate 22 breaths/minute, and blood pressure 88/54 mm Hg. The client reports mild dizziness. Which action is the priority for the PN?
An older adult client is receiving care on the surgical unit one day after a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The client is currently restless and denies having any pain. The practical nurse obtains vital signs, noting a blood pressure of 96/60 mm Hg and a heart rate of 112 beats/minute. The client's preoperative baseline blood pressure was 138/82 mm Hg with a heart rate of 74 beats/minute. Which action should the nurse take first?
A practical nurse (PN) is managing the front desk of a pediatric surgical center. Read the following information requests and match each scenario with the legally and ethically required nursing response regarding patient privacy.
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A practical nurse receives a hand-off report for a client who returned to the medical-surgical unit one hour ago following a percutaneous liver biopsy. The client is currently stable and reports mild tenderness at the biopsy site. Which positioning strategy is essential for the nurse to maintain during this immediate post-procedure period?
A practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client with mild dementia who is receiving continuous intravenous (IV) fluids and has a high risk for falls. Which interventions should the PN implement to maintain a safe environment and prevent injuries? Select all that apply.
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A practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the morning data for an older adult client who takes scheduled oral atorvastatin for hyperlipidemia. Three days ago, the client was started on a course of oral clarithromycin for a respiratory infection. During the morning assessment, the client reports profound, generalized muscle aching. The PN observes that the client's urine in the collection device is dark and tea-colored. The morning laboratory results reveal a blood urea nitrogen (BUN) of () and a serum creatinine of (). Which of the following is the priority action for the PN?