Q1: A client with a history of heart failure arrives at the emergency department describing an onset of fatigue and weakness. Theclient has been taking spironolactone 50 mg tablets PO every day.The nurse receives report from the lab that the client has a serum potassium level of 6.2 mEq/L (6.2 mmol/L). Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?

Q2: In formulating the nursing care plan for a client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which nursing problem has the highest priority?

Q3: The nurse plans to collect a 24-hour urine specimen for a creatinine clearance test. Which instruction should the nurse provide to the client?

Q4: A client experiencing withdrawal from the benzodiazepine alprazolam is demonstrating severe agitation and tremors. Which is the best initial nursing action?

Q5: A client is brought to the emergency department after falling from of a ladder and is showing signs of confusion and disorientation.The spouse states the client appeared to have lost consciousness. The nurse is provided with a list of current medications and healthcare power of attorney. When reporting to the healthcare provider using SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) communication, which information should the nurse provide first?