Which physiological effect of immobility can lead to impaired circulation and increased risk of deep vein thrombosis?A Decreased respiratory functionB Decreased muscle strengthC Decreased cardiac outputD Decreased bone density The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is C: Decreased cardiac output. Explanation: Immobility has profound physiological effects on the body, significantly influencing […]

A nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client who has heart failure and has a potassium level of 2.4 mEq/L. The nurse should identify which of the following medications as a possible cause of the client’s potassium level?. A.Furosemide B.Spironolactone. C.Metoprolol. D.Nitroglycerin. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is

A nurse is assessing a client who has histrionic personality disorder.Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?A.Self-centered behavior. B.Suspicious of others. C.Callousness. D.Violates others’ rights. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is A. Self-centered behavior. Explanation: Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is characterized by a pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality

A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a newborn about the Plastibell circumcision technique.Which of the following information should the nurse include? A.“Notify the provider if the end of your baby’s penis appears dark red.” B.“The Plastibell will be removed 4 hours after the procedure.” C.“Yellow exudate will form at the surgical site

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has urolithiasis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? A.Tell the client to expect a decrease in urine output. B.Encourage the client to drink 3 L of fluids per day. C.Provide the client with a high protein

A nurse is caring for a client following a suicide attempt. The client has a history of depression, substance abuse, and anorexia nervosa. Which of the following actions is the nurse’s priority? A.Initiating suicide precautions B.Administering the Hamilton Depression Scale C.Making a contract with the client for eating behavior D.Reviewing the client’s toxicology laboratory report

A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone using the z-track technique to a client who has gonorrhea. After the nurse performs hand hygiene and reconstitutes the medication, identify the sequence the nurse should use to administer the medication. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer infant CPR? A.15:2 B.30:2 C.30:1 D.5:1 The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer infant CPR is B. 30:2. Explanation: When performing CPR on an infant (under one year old), it’s crucial to understand the recommended ratios to maximize the effectiveness of

A charge nurse is preparing to observe a newly licensed nurse perform a routine abdominal assessment. Which of the following actions should the charge nurse expect the newly licensed nurse to take? A.Place the client in a dorsal recumbent position for the examination. B.Auscultate for vascular bruits with the diaphragm of the stethoscope. C.Begin the

A nurse is assisting with a community program to educate adolescents about contraception. After the class, a 15-year-old girl asks the nurse which method is best for her to use. Which of the following statements is an appropriate nursing response? A “The doctor can best help you with that after your physical examination.”B “Before I