In the process of admitting Mr. Johnson, the nurse observes multiple bruising, especially on the hands and forearms. These bruises are referred to as

In the process of admitting Mr. Johnson, the nurse observes multiple bruising, especially on the hands and forearms. These bruises are referred to as

Mr. D., who has suffered pelvic and crushing chest injuries, complains of a nose bleed and large bruises on his arms and legs. Laboratory data indicate prolonged prothrombin time, low platelet count, and incoagulable blood. A diagnosis of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is made and Mr. D. should be prepared for

A new RN is preparing to administer packed red blood cells (PRBCs) to a client whose anemia was caused by blood loss after surgery. Which action by the new RN requires that you, as charge nurse, intervene immediately?

A 78-year-old client admitted to the hospital with chronic anemia caused by possible gastrointestinal bleeding has all of these activities included in the care plan. Which activity is best delegated to an experienced nursing assistant (NA)?

You are making a room assignment for a newly arrived client whose laboratory testing indicates pancytopenia. All of these clients are already on the nursing unit. Which one will be the best roommate for the new client?