A client with adrenal insufficiency is admitted to the ICU with acute adrenal crisis. The client's vital signs include heart rate 138 bpm and BP 80/60. What is the nurse's first intervention?

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A client with adrenal insufficiency is admitted to the ICU with acute adrenal crisis. The client's vital signs include heart rate 138 bpm and BP 80/60. What is the nurse's first intervention?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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A male client with HIV on saquinavir and other antiretrovirals reports increased hunger and thirst but weight loss. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: A

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A client with 42-week gestation refuses induction. What is the most important action the nurse should take?

Correct Answer: A

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A client with COPD and a history of emphysema presents with increasing shortness of breath. What action should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: C

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An older client is admitted with fluid volume deficit and dehydration. Which assessment finding is the best indicator of hydration status?

Correct Answer: A

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