The nurse is caring for the patient who underwent colon resection and ileostomy creation two days ago. Upon assessment, the nurse notes 40 mL of dark green liquid in the ostomy bag. Which action by the nurse is correct?
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The nurse is assigned to a patient with malignant hypertension. The patient acutely develops mid-sternal “tearing” chest pain that radiates to the back. Which of the following additional clinical signs is most likely to be present in this patient?
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- Difficulty: 8
The patient presents to the urgent care clinic complaining of a blister rash on the arm that burns and itches. The nurse notes a large vesicle on the forearm with streaks of smaller vesicles surrounding it. Which question will be most helpful to diagnose this condition?
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- Difficulty: 8
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