A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and states that he has given away his personal belongings. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? A.“Why did you feel like giving away your belongings?” B.“You should find a support group to attend.” C.“Everyone feels a little down sometimes.” D.“Can […]
A nurse is teaching a group of nurses about the dietary practices to consider when planning care for clients who follow a kosher diet. Which of the following dietary practices should the nurse include in the teaching? A.The client replaces salt with soy sauce. B.The client’s primary vegetables are squash and corn. C.The client can
A nurse is caring for a preschool-age child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy and is clearing her throat frequently. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?A.Observe the child’s throat with a flashlight. B.Give the child small sips of water. C.Administer an analgesic. D.Offer the child an ice collar. The Correct answer
A nurse is caring for a client who follows a kosher diet. Which of the following menu items should the nurse include on the tray? A.Clam chowder B.Shrimp salad C.Roasted salmon D.Pulled pork sandwich. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is C. Roasted salmon. In a kosher diet, certain dietary laws
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The nurse is caring for a client who is 10-weeks gestation and palpates the fundus at 2 fingerbreadths above the pubic symphysis.The client reports nausea, vomiting, and scant dark brown vaginal discharge. Which action should the nurse take?A.Measure vital signs. B.Obtain human chorionic gonadotropin levels. C.Collect urine sample for urinalysis. D.Recommend bed rest. The Correct
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the interlocking principles of shared governance. Which of the following principles should the nurse include? (select all that apply) A.Caring B.Navigation C.Finance D.Leading E.Knowing The correct answer and Explanation is : The interlocking principles of shared governance typically include leadership and involvement of healthcare staff in
A patient is placed in a plaster hip spica cast and is returned to the assigned room. The cast is still slightly wet. Which action by the nurse would be appropriate? A.Keep the cast covered with a light-weight blanket. B.Maintain increased humidity in the patient room. C.Use only the tips of the fingers when handling
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for olanzapine. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations as an expected response to this medication? A.A decrease in resting blood pressure B.Decreased auditory hallucinations C.Control of seizure activity D.Increased energy level and involvement in activities The correct answer
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A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving terbutaline to treat preterm labor. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential adverse effect of this medication? A.Hot flashes B.Heart palpitations C.Shortness of breath D.Bradycardia The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is B. Heart palpitations. Terbutaline
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A nurse is caring for a client who is in premature labor and is receiving terbutaline. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects that should be reported to the provider? A.Nervousness B.Tremors C.Dyspnea D.Headaches The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is C. Dyspnea. Explanation: Terbutaline
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