A nurse is reviewing the medical records of a client who has a pressure ulcer. Which of

the following findings should the nurse expect?

- Albumin Level of 3g/dL

A nurse is caring for a client who reports pain. When documenting the quality of the

client's pain on an initial pain assessment, the nurse should record which of the following

client statements?

- "The pain is like a dull ache in my stomach."

A nurse is teaching a client whose left leg is in a cast about using crutches. Which of the

following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client

understands the teaching?

- "When descending stair, I will first shift my weight to my right leg."

A nurse receives report about a client who has 0.9% sodium chloride infusing IV at 125

mL/hr. When the nurse performs the initial assessment, he notes that the client has

received only 80 mL over the last 2 hrs. Which of the following actions should the nurse

take first?

- Check the IV tubing for obstruction

A nurse is caring for a client who asks about the purpose of advance directives. Which of

the following statements should the nurse make?

- "They indicate the form of treatment a client is willing to accept in the event

of a serious illness."