A nurse is caring for four clients. Which client should the nurse assess FIRST?

A client with new-onset shortness of breath and an oxygen saturation of 88%

A client requesting medication for mild incisional pain

A client waiting to be discharged home

A client who needs a routine dressing change

Which task is appropriate for the RN to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

Assisting a stable client with bathing

Assessing a newly admitted client

Developing the client's plan of care

A client is admitted with active pulmonary tuberculosis. Which type of precaution is required?

Airborne precautions (N95 respirator, negative-pressure room)

Which finding is a POSITIVE (confirmed) sign of pregnancy?

Fetal heartbeat detected by Doppler

A client says, 'I'm so scared about my surgery tomorrow.' Which is the nurse's BEST response?

'You sound frightened. Tell me more about what worries you.'

'Don't worry — your surgeon is one of the best here.'

'Everyone feels that way before surgery.'

'I'll get you something to help you relax.'

After a lumbar puncture, in which position should the nurse place the client?

Prone with a pillow under the abdomen

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