The nurse is preparing a 57-year-old male patient for discharge. Patient’s left leg is weak due to his recent cerebrovascular accident. Which of the following assistive devices is most helpful for the patient?

Two days after undergoing surgery for a ruptured appendix, the patient responds to the nurse in only short, clipped statements, becoming visibly frustrated and angry during a routine vital signs check. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

The nurse is teaching a woman ways to prevent mastitis. Which statement by the patient indicates that more teaching is needed?