The nurse returns to the nurse's station after making 2

client rounds and finds four phone messages. Which

of the following messages should the nurse return

FIRST?

1. A client with hepatitis A who states, "My arms and

legs are itching."

2. A client with a cast on the right leg who states, "I

have a funny feeling in my right leg."

3. A client with osteomyelitis of the spine who states,

"I am so nauseated that I can't eat."

4. A client with arthritis who states, "I am having

trouble sleeping at night."

2. Following total hip arthroplasty, an elderly client is 2

ordered to begin ambulation with a walker. Which of

the following statements by the nurse is BEST?

1. "Sit in a low chair for ease in getting up to use the

walker."

2. "Make sure rubber caps are in place on all four legs

of the walker."

3. "You will begin weight bearing on the affected hip

soon."

4. "Practice tying your own shoes before you begin

ambulating."

3. A client comes to the hospital at term in the early 2

stages of labor. A diagnosis of complete placenta

previa is made. It is MOST important for the nurse to

take which of the following actions?

1. Start an IV of terbutaline (Brethine) and monitor the

patient's vital signs closely.

2. Prepare the patient for an immediate cesarean

section.