During a shift assessment 14 hours after a prostatectomy, the nurse notes bright red drainage in the continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) drainage bag. Which assessment is most important?
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The patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus complains of worsening vision. Retinal changes are noted on ophthalmoscopic examination. The nurse prepares the patient for which test for diagnostic confirmation?
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A mechanically ventilated patient has an arterial blood gas result as follows: pH = 7.50 PaCO2 = 34 mmHg PaO2 = 70 mmHg HCO3 = 30 mEq/L The nurse anticipates which changes will be made to the patient’s ventilator settings?
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