BSN HESI 266 Exam: Questions & Answers

BSN HESI 266 Exam: Questions & Answers
The nurse is caring for a client with human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV) who has developed oral thrush and is experiencing burning and
soreness in the mouth. Which intervention should the nurse implement
first?
A. Cleanse the mouth with swabs
B. Encourage frequent mouth care
C. Obtain a soft diet for the client
D. Administer a topical analgesic
(Ans- D. Administer a topical analgesic
While caring for a client with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), the
nurse performs a neurological assessment every four hours. Which
assessment finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
A. Weakened cough effort
B. Inappropriate laughter
C. Increasing anxiety
D. Asymmetrical weakness
(Ans- A. Weakened cough effort