The patient in the intensive care unit is intubated, sedated, and chemically paralyzed following decompensation due to necrotizing pneumonia. During the routine neurological check, the nurse notes these pupils: How does the nurse interpret this assessment?

During hourly rounding assessment of the patient with a chest tube for treatment of a pneumothorax, the nurse notes the patient’s chest and neck are markedly more edematous than on previous assessment. Upon palpation, crepitus is noted. Which action does the nurse take first?

A patient presents to the emergency department complaining of weakness, fatigue, and nausea. The nurse observes distended neck veins and auscultates rales. The patient states, “I’ve had such trouble sleeping lately, but sleeping in my recliner seems to help.” The nurse anticipates the patient will be diagnosed with which condition?