The nurse is performing a routine dressing change for a client with a stage 3 pressure ulcer that is red with significant granulation. The wound has a gauze dressing covering the area. Which action should the nurse implement?

When evaluating the effectiveness of a client's nursing care, the nurse first reviews the expected outcomes identified in the plan of care. What action should the nurse take next?

During the admission assessment to the hospital, a male client reports that he is allergic to latex, penicillin, and bananas. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

After a seven-day treatment with an IV antibiotic, the healthcare provider discharges a client from the hospital and writes a prescription for an oral antibiotic. While providing discharge instructions, the nurse notes that the dosage for the oral antibiotic is significantly higher than the IV antibiotic. Which resource should the nurse use first in resolving the situation?

The nurse observes that a client on a clear liquid diet has a cup of coffee on the breakfast tray. Which action should the nurse implement?