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The nurse is to administer a client's first dose of lithium. Prior to giving the medication, the nurse should verify that what tests have been completed? Select all that apply 1. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) 2. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) 3. Electroencephalogram (EEG) 4. Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) 5. Electrocardiogram (ECG)

1. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) 2. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) 5. Electrocardiogram (ECG)

What should a nurse teach a group of teenage boys who admit to using smokeless tobacco? Select all that apply 1. Smokeless tobacco increases risk for lung cancer. 2. Inspect mouth frequently for lesions. 3. White patches in mouth should be reported to healthcare provider. 4. Risk for stomach cancer can be decreased by not swallowing smokeless tobacco juice. 5. Report decreased saliva to primary healthcare provider. 6. Smoking cessation.

2. Inspect mouth frequently for lesions. 3. White patches in mouth should be reported to healthcare provider. 6. Smoking cessation.

Shortly after admitting a client to the unit, the nurse prepares to start an IV and hang 0.9% normal saline solution. At what rate should the nurse set the IV infusion pump? Answer using numbers only.

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A nurse has completed pre-operative instructions for an elderly client scheduled for a cholecystectomy. The following client's statement reflects a need for additional pre-operative instructions. 1. "I may have several small incisions." 2. "I may need to stay in the hospital overnight." 3. "I will ask my husband to bring my medications." 4. "My daughter had lots of problems after this surgery"

4. "My daughter had lots of problems after this surgery"