A client with a compound fracture of the left ankle is being discharged with a below-the-knee cast. Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) provide to the client prior to discharge? A.Apply a cold pack to any “hot spots” on the cast. B.Keep the left leg in a dependent position. C.Expect some increase in pain. […]
Which of the following functions is associated with the spleen?A Producing coagulation factorsB Destroying dying red blood cellsC Producing leukocytes before birthD Storing glycogen The Correct Answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is B. Destroying dying red blood cells. The spleen is a vital organ in the lymphatic and immune systems with several key
Which of the following functions is associated with the spleen Read More »
How does the use of a catalyst affect the activation energy of a chemical reaction? A.It increases the activation energy required for the reaction. B.It decreases the activation energy required for the reaction. C.It has no effect on the activation energy required for the reaction. D.It increases the rate of reaction but has no effect
How does the use of a catalyst affect the activation energy of a chemical reaction Read More »
A nurse is caring for a client who weighs 128 lb. What is the client’s weight in kg? The Correct Answer and Explanation is: To convert a client’s weight from pounds (lb) to kilograms (kg), you use the conversion factor that 1 kilogram equals approximately 2.2 pounds. Conversion Calculation: So, the client’s weight is approximately
A nurse is caring for a client who weighs 128 lb Read More »
When should a healthcare provider wear a gown as part of their PPE? A.During routine hand hygiene B.When providing oral care to an unconscious patient C.While transporting a stable patient within the facility D.When administering oral medication to a non-isolated patient The Correct Answer and Explanation is: Correct Answer: B. When providing oral care to
When should a healthcare provider wear a gown as part of their PPE Read More »
A client is becoming increasingly agitated, anxious, and tense.The nurse notes a clenched jaw and a change in the pitch of the client’s voice.Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first?. A.Obtain a prescription for haloperidol. B.Take the client to the seclusion room. C.Verbally de-escalate the client. D.Place the client in restraints. The
A client is becoming increasingly agitated, anxious, and tense Read More »
A patient is taking high doses of prednisone to control the symptoms of acute exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosus. When teaching the patient about the use of prednisone, which information is important for the nurse to include? A.Check your temperature daily because prednisone can hide signs of an infection. B.Do not stop taking the prednisone
After reviewing the client’s intake and output record for the last eight hours, the nurse calculates the client’s current fluid balance as how many mL? (Enter numeric value only). 0730-8 oz of orange juice, hard boiled egg, and toast 0830-voided 150 ml 1200-1 cup of soup, tuna sandwich, and 1/2 cup of apple juice 1300
A nurse is calculating the intake and output for a client over the last 8 hr. The client is receiving a continuous IV infusion at 150 mL/hr and had 4 oz of juice and 0.5 L of water. How many mL of fluid should the nurse document as the client’s intake for the last 8
A nurse is calculating the intake and output for a client over the last 8 hr Read More »
A nurse is planning to teach a client about taking prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include A.Increase dietary calcium. B.Monitor for weight loss. C.Take on an empty stomach. D.Schedule dosage at bedtime. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: Correct Answer: A. Increase dietary calcium. Explanation: Prednisone is a corticosteroid commonly prescribed
A nurse is planning to teach a client about taking prednisone Read More »