The patient receiving sliding scale insulin requests the subcutaneous insulin to be injected into the abdomen. Immediately prior to administration, the nurse notes the site is stringy, slightly indurated, and has several fat masses. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

The patient presents to the clinic complaining of abdominal pain in the left lower quadrant that happens every few days with irregular fecal elimination patterns (constipation alternating with diarrhea). Diverticulosis is suspected. Which test will confirm this diagnosis?

Following an industrial accident, the patient is immobile. The student nurse is creating a care plan for the patient to prevent respiratory decompensation. Which intervention, if included in the care plan for this nursing diagnosis, would prompt the nurse to provide additional education to the student nurse?