A family member has not left a child’s bedside in 3 days and says, “I would leave, but I don’t know where to go.” The best nursing response is:
Multiple blood transfusions have been given to a patient with massive blood loss following a motor vehicle crash. Which of the following electrolyte abnormalities should a nurse anticipate?
To lead a unit-based initiative to decrease central line-associated bloodstream infections, which of the following is the most appropriate approach?
A patient is admitted with severe anemia requiring urgent intervention. The parents refuse the transfusion due to religious beliefs. The most appropriate action by the nurse is to:
A 6-year-old with WPW syndrome and SVT episodes is admitted. What intervention is anticipated?
In an infant with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), pathophysiologic consequences of chronic hypoxia include:
Why are unit admission and discharge criteria developed?
One hour after starting a continuous IV insulin, a patient’s glucose drops by 145 mg/dL. What should the nurse monitor for?
A young patient is admitted from the PACU to the ICU with complications following surgery. The parents are angry and confused as they were originally told by the surgeon their child was stable and the plan was to transfer the child to a regular room. How should the nurse best address the parents' concerns?
CSF analysis shows: glucose 36 mg/dL, protein 110 mg/dL, and WBCs (PMNs) 1,000/microliters. These findings are indicative of:
