Nurs 480 Exam 1 Newest 2026-2027 Actual Exam

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A client has been admitted to the unit for treatment of dehydration. During the initial meeting of the client and nurse, which nursing action is most appropriate?Establish the outcomes of hospitalization for the client Evaluate the clients response to treatment thus far Tell the client that the provider will explain what to expect in the hospital Determine preliminary client needs upon discharge - ANSWER- Establish the outcomes of hospitalization for the client Evaluate the clients response to treatment thus far - last part of ADPIE Tell the client that the provider will explain what to expect in the hospital- will never happen Determine preliminary client needs upon discharge- shouldn't be worried about discharge yet 1 / 3

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The nurse is caring for a client with multiple myeloma who is receiving intravenous hydration at 100 mL/hr. Which finding indicates a positive response to the treatment plan?Creatinine of 1.0mg/dL Weight increase of 1 kilogram White blood cell count of 6000/mm3 Respirations of 18 breath per/min - ANSWER-Creatinine of 1.0mg/dL Weight increase of 1 kilogram- pt. would not have that much of an increase in weight (should only have a ¼ increase kg) White blood cell count of 6000/mm3- nothing to do with hydration (focus on what the question is asking) Respirations of 18 breath per/min- not a way to test fluid

The nurse is assessing a client with heart failure who is receiving home health care monitoring using electronic devices including scales, blood pressure monitoring. The nurse reviews the data obtained within the last 3 days. The nurse calls the client to follow up. The nurse should ask the client which of the

following first: ***photo showing increase weight of 5lbs in

three days** How are you feeling today 2 / 3

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Are you having shortness of breath Did you calibrate the scales before using them How much fluid did you drink during the last 24 hours - ANSWER-How are you feeling today Are you having shortness of breath- HF patient (1st sign) can't sleep lying down @ night Did you calibrate the scales before using them How much fluid did you drink during the last 24 hours

Lasix (furosemide) 40 mg intravenous push (IVP) is prescribed.Lasix 10 mg/mL is available. The nurse should administer _______mL - ANSWER-40/10= 4mL Cramps when potassium is decreased- furosemide is a loop diuretic (excretes potassium)

A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a group of clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate a prescription for fluid restriction?A client who has a new diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency A client who has HF A client who is receiving treat for DKA

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