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PN3 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS [88] WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS (NEW!) 1. For the client who is at risk for stroke, the most important guideline the nurse shoul... [Show More] d teach is to: 2. A client is being evaluated for a stroke. The nurse knows that one of the easiest and most common diagnostic tests used to differentiate between strokes is: - 3. While instructing a client on stroke prevention, the nurse mentions medications that are useful in stroke prevention. The following medications are effective in preventing a stroke, EXCEPT: - 4. A client is being seen in the emergency department experiencing symptoms of a stroke. The nurse realizes that the administration of a medication to break clots, such as tPA, should be administered within how many minutes of the client presenting to the emergency department? 5. What is the major cause of traumatic brain injuries? - 6. A client is diagnosed with a mild brain injury. Which of the following is an example of a mild injury? - 7. The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with increased intracranial pressure after a head injury. Which of the following interventions can be used to reduce increased intracranial pressure? - 8. The nurse, caring for a client recovering from a traumatic brain injury, knows the client and the family are eligible for specific federal programs because of the: - 9. Which of the following should be avoided when caring for a client diagnosed with increased intracranial pressure? - 10. A client is being instructed on treatments available for a newly diagnosed brain tumor. The nurse realizes that this client's treatment could include all of the following EXCEPT: - 11. A client diagnosed with an embolic stroke is not a candidate for tPA. The nurse realizes that the client might be eligible for which of the following forms of treatment? - 12. The nurse is caring for a patient with increased intracranial pressure. Which action is considered unsafe? - 13. The earliest and most sensitive assessment finding that would indicate an alteration in intracranial regulation would be? -. 14. Components of the GCS the nurse would use to assess a patient after a head injury include: - 15. A child care worker complains of flu-like symptoms. On further assessment, hepatitis is suspected. The nurse realizes that this individual is at risk for which type of hepatitis? - 16. An older male is diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. The nurse knows that the most likely cause of this problem is: - 17. A client is scheduled for a liver biopsy. The nurse realizes that the most important sign to assess for is: - 18. The nurse realizes that the organ which is a major site for metastases, harboring and growing cancerous cells that originated in some other part of the body, is the: - 19. A school age child is placed on a waiting list for a liver transplant. The nurse knows that the most common reason for children to need this type of transplant is because of: - 20. Because health care workers are at a greater risk of hepatitis B infection, it is recommended that all health care workers: - 21. A client who usually smokes a pack of cigarettes a day tells the nurse that he cannot stand the smell of smoke. The nurse realizes that this client is in which phase of hepatitis? 22. A female client is surprised to learn that she has been diagnosed with hemochromatosis. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client? - 23. A client is diagnosed with liver disease. Which of the following is one impact of this disorder on a client's fluid and electrolyte status? - 24. The nurse, caring for a client recovering from the placement of a shunt to treat portal hypertension, should assess the client for which of the following complications associated with this surgery? - 25. A client is diagnosed with macrovesicular fatty liver. Which of the following should the nurse instruct this client? - 26. A client is demonstrating yellow pigmentation of the skin and sclera. Which of the following can be used to describe this client's symptoms? (Select all that apply.) - 27. A client is diagnosed with a disorder of the liver. The nurse realizes this client might experience which of the following? (Select all that apply.) - 28. A client is diagnosed with portal hypertension. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following disorders associated with this diagnosis? (Select all that apply.) - 29. A client tells the nurse that he has pain, swelling, fatigue, and numbness of his hands. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following occupations? - 30. A client who plays baseball on the weekends is experiencing an arm injury. The nurse realizes this client needs to be evaluated for: - 31. A client, diagnosed with an ankle sprain, is prescribed ibuprofen to control pain and inflammation. What instruction should the client receive concerning this medication? - 32. A client, experiencing a fractured arm, asks the nurse why the splint is being applied. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client? - 33. A client has had a cast applied to immobilize a right ulnar fracture. Which of the following nursing interventions is most important? - 34. A client with a right arm cast is experiencing signs of a serious complication. Which of the following would cause the nurse the most concern? - 35. A client has been wearing a splint for carpal tunnel syndrome for 7 weeks. The nurse realizes that which of the following would be the next course of treatment for this client? - 36. The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from a meniscal injury. Which of the following should be included as strategies to avoid future injuries? - 37. A client with an ankle sprain is instructed to follow RICE. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this process? - 38. The nurse is instructing a client on ways to prevent the onset of stress fractures. Which of the following should be included in these instructions? - 39. The nurse suspects a client, recovering from hip replacement surgery, is experiencing an infection when which of the following is assessed? 40. The nurse is concerned that a client is demonstrating signs of compartment syndrome. Which of the following is considered a classical symptom of this disorder? (Select all that apply.) - 41. A client with osteoporosis suffers a fracture, then falls. This type of fracture is called: - 42. A client, recovering from a fractured pelvis, begins to have dyspnea and restlessness. The nurse is concerned that the client is experiencing a fat emboli when which of the following are assessed? SATA - 43. The nurse is admitting an older adult with decompensated congestive heart failure. The nursing assessment reveals adventitious lung sounds, dyspnea, and orthopnea. The nurse should question which doctor's order? - 44. At change-of-shift report, the nurse learns the medical diagnoses for four patients. Which patient should the nurse assess most carefully for development of hyponatremia? - 45. The patient is receiving tube feedings due to a jaw surgery. What change in assessment findings should prompt the nurse to request an order for serum sodium concentration? - 46. The client's laboratory report today indicates severe hypokalemia and the nurse has notified the practitioner. Nursing assessment indicates that heart rhythm is regular. What is the most important nursing intervention for this patient now? - 47. The patient had diarrhea for 5 days and developed an acid-base imbalance. Which statement would indicate that the nurse's teaching about the acid-base imbalance has been effective? - 48. The patient has type B chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbated by an acute upper respiratory infection. Which blood gas values should the nurse expect to see? - 49. The nurse has telephone messages from four patients who requested information and assistance. Which one should the nurse refer to a social worker or community agency first? - " 50. The nurse would incorporate which of the following into the plan of care as a primary prevention strategy for reduction of the risk for cancer? - 51. While collecting a health history on a patient admitted for colon cancer, which of the following questions would be a priority to ask this patient? - " 52. While planning care for a patient experiencing fatigue due to chemotherapy, which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention? - 53. The nurse is caring for a patient who received a bone marrow transplant 10 days ago. The nurse would monitor for which of the following clinical manifestations that could indicate a potentially life-threatening situation? 54. While the nurse is obtaining the health history of a 75-year-old female patient, which of the following has the greatest implication for the development of cancer? - 55. In caring for a patient following lobectomy for lung cancer, which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care? - 56. The patient asks the nurse to explain the sinoatrial node in the heart. The nurse's best response would be, "The sinoatrial node - 57. A patient's serum electrolytes are being monitored. The nurse notices that the potassium level is low. The nurse knows that the patient should be observed for - 58. A nurse is explaining to a student nurse about perfusion. The nurse knows the student understands the concept of perfusion when the student states, "Perfusion 59. The nurse is assigned a group of patients. Which patient would the nurse identify as being at increased risk for impaired gas exchange? - 60. A 3-month-old infant is at increased risk for developing anemia. The nurse would identify which principle contributing to this risk? - A. 61. Which statement by a patient indicates additional teaching is required about the medication warfarin? - " 62. The nurse would expect to administer an anticoagulant to a patient following which surgery? - 63. A patient on a medical surgical unit has a platelet count of 90,000 per mm3. The nurse knows to include which of the following precautions in discharge instructions? - 64. The nurse is presenting an in-service on the importance of collaborative communication. The nurse includes which critical event identified by the Joint Commission as an outcome of poor communication among health care team members? - 65. A client asks the nurse to pray with him. The nurse is an atheist. Which statement by the nurse is the correct response? - 66. The nurse is being trained in hospice care. Which intervention by the nurse is most compatible with the goals of end-of-life care for the client? - 67. Which statement best exemplifies a client's understanding of rehabilitation after a full-thickness burn injury? - " 68. A client with a new burn injury asks the nurse why he is receiving intravenous cimetidine (Tagamet). What is the nurse's best response? - " 69. A client who is burned is drooling and is having difficulty swallowing. Which action does the nurse take first? - 70. The nurse assesses a client who suffered chest trauma and finds that the left chest sucks in during inhalation and out during exhalation. The client's oxygen saturation has dropped from 94% to 86%. What is the priority action by the nurse? - 71. What is the best way for the nurse to communicate with a client who is intubated and is receiving mechanical ventilation? - 72. A client is experiencing sinus bradycardia with hypotension and dizziness. What medication does the nurse administer? - 73. A client's electrocardiograph (ECG) tracing shows a run of sustained ventricular tachycardia. What is the nurse's first action? - 74. A client who has acidosis resulting from hypovolemic shock has been prescribed intravenous fluid replacement. Which fluid does the nurse prepare to administer? - 75. A client who has septic shock is admitted to the hospital. What priority intervention does the nurse implement first? - 76. The nurse is caring for a client who had a myocardial infarction. The client develops increased pulmonary congestion; an increase in heart rate from 80 to 102 beats/min; and cold, clammy skin. Which action does the nurse implement before notifying the health care provider? - 77. A client has received vasopressin (DDAVP) for diabetes insipidus. Which assessment finding indicates a therapeutic response to this therapy? - 78. Which client is most at risk for developing postrenal kidney failure? - 79. The nurse, planning care for a client recovering from a traumatic brain injury, is including interventions to prevent sympathetic storming. Which of the following should be included in this client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.) - 80. A client, being tested for a stroke, is not a candidate for tPA. Which of the following would be contraindicated for the use of tPA? (Select all that apply.) - 81. A client is being instructed on treatments available for a newly diagnosed brain tumor. The nurse realizes that this client's treatment could include all of the following EXCEPT: - 82. A client diagnosed with cirrhosis is experiencing the complication of ascites. Which of the following would be considered treatment for this complication? (Select all that apply.) - 83. Most common complication of Endoscopic Retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)? - Bleeding 84. S/S of dvt post abdominal sx? - 85. The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from an amputation. Which of the following should be included in this plan of care? (Select all that apply.) - 86. A client is anxious about having a dressing change. Which statement indicates that the nurse is promoting appropriate complementary therapy? - "." 87. The nurse would identify which body systems as directly involved in the process of normal gas exchange? (Select all that apply.) - 88. The nurse is assessing a client for the adequacy of ventilation. What assessment findings would indicate the client has good ventilation? (SATA) - [Show Less]
PN3 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS [88] WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS (NEW!) 1. For the client who is at risk for stroke, the most important guideline the nurse shoul... [Show More] d teach is to: 2. A client is being evaluated for a stroke. The nurse knows that one of the easiest and most common diagnostic tests used to differentiate between strokes is: - 3. While instructing a client on stroke prevention, the nurse mentions medications that are useful in stroke prevention. The following medications are effective in preventing a stroke, EXCEPT: - 4. A client is being seen in the emergency department experiencing symptoms of a stroke. The nurse realizes that the administration of a medication to break clots, such as tPA, should be administered within how many minutes of the client presenting to the emergency department? 5. What is the major cause of traumatic brain injuries? - 6. A client is diagnosed with a mild brain injury. Which of the following is an example of a mild injury? - 7. The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with increased intracranial pressure after a head injury. Which of the following interventions can be used to reduce increased intracranial pressure? - 8. The nurse, caring for a client recovering from a traumatic brain injury, knows the client and the family are eligible for specific federal programs because of the: - 9. Which of the following should be avoided when caring for a client diagnosed with increased intracranial pressure? - 10. A client is being instructed on treatments available for a newly diagnosed brain tumor. The nurse realizes that this client's treatment could include all of the following EXCEPT: - 11. A client diagnosed with an embolic stroke is not a candidate for tPA. The nurse realizes that the client might be eligible for which of the following forms of treatment? - 12. The nurse is caring for a patient with increased intracranial pressure. Which action is considered unsafe? - 13. The earliest and most sensitive assessment finding that would indicate an alteration in intracranial regulation would be? -. 14. Components of the GCS the nurse would use to assess a patient after a head injury include: - 15. A child care worker complains of flu-like symptoms. On further assessment, hepatitis is suspected. The nurse realizes that this individual is at risk for which type of hepatitis? - 16. An older male is diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. The nurse knows that the most likely cause of this problem is: - 17. A client is scheduled for a liver biopsy. The nurse realizes that the most important sign to assess for is: - 18. The nurse realizes that the organ which is a major site for metastases, harboring and growing cancerous cells that originated in some other part of the body, is the: - 19. A school age child is placed on a waiting list for a liver transplant. The nurse knows that the most common reason for children to need this type of transplant is because of: - 20. Because health care workers are at a greater risk of hepatitis B infection, it is recommended that all health care workers: - 21. A client who usually smokes a pack of cigarettes a day tells the nurse that he cannot stand the smell of smoke. The nurse realizes that this client is in which phase of hepatitis? 22. A female client is surprised to learn that she has been diagnosed with hemochromatosis. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client? - 23. A client is diagnosed with liver disease. Which of the following is one impact of this disorder on a client's fluid and electrolyte status? - 24. The nurse, caring for a client recovering from the placement of a shunt to treat portal hypertension, should assess the client for which of the following complications associated with this surgery? - 25. A client is diagnosed with macrovesicular fatty liver. Which of the following should the nurse instruct this client? - 26. A client is demonstrating yellow pigmentation of the skin and sclera. Which of the following can be used to describe this client's symptoms? (Select all that apply.) - 27. A client is diagnosed with a disorder of the liver. The nurse realizes this client might experience which of the following? (Select all that apply.) - 28. A client is diagnosed with portal hypertension. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following disorders associated with this diagnosis? (Select all that apply.) - 29. A client tells the nurse that he has pain, swelling, fatigue, and numbness of his hands. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following occupations? - 30. A client who plays baseball on the weekends is experiencing an arm injury. The nurse realizes this client needs to be evaluated for: - 31. A client, diagnosed with an ankle sprain, is prescribed ibuprofen to control pain and inflammation. What instruction should the client receive concerning this medication? - 32. A client, experiencing a fractured arm, asks the nurse why the splint is being applied. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client? - 33. A client has had a cast applied to immobilize a right ulnar fracture. Which of the following nursing interventions is most important? - 34. A client with a right arm cast is experiencing signs of a serious complication. Which of the following would cause the nurse the most concern? - 35. A client has been wearing a splint for carpal tunnel syndrome for 7 weeks. The nurse realizes that which of the following would be the next course of treatment for this client? - 36. The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from a meniscal injury. Which of the following should be included as strategies to avoid future injuries? - 37. A client with an ankle sprain is instructed to follow RICE. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this process? - 38. The nurse is instructing a client on ways to prevent the onset of stress fractures. Which of the following should be included in these instructions? - 39. The nurse suspects a client, recovering from hip replacement surgery, is experiencing an infection when which of the following is assessed? 40. The nurse is concerned that a client is demonstrating signs of compartment syndrome. Which of the following is considered a classical symptom of this disorder? (Select all that apply.) - 41. A client with osteoporosis suffers a fracture, then falls. This type of fracture is called: - 42. A client, recovering from a fractured pelvis, begins to have dyspnea and restlessness. The nurse is concerned that the client is experiencing a fat emboli when which of the following are assessed? SATA - 43. The nurse is admitting an older adult with decompensated congestive heart failure. The nursing assessment reveals adventitious lung sounds, dyspnea, and orthopnea. The nurse should question which doctor's order? - 44. At change-of-shift report, the nurse learns the medical diagnoses for four patients. Which patient should the nurse assess most carefully for development of hyponatremia? - 45. The patient is receiving tube feedings due to a jaw surgery. What change in assessment findings should prompt the nurse to request an order for serum sodium concentration? - 46. The client's laboratory report today indicates severe hypokalemia and the nurse has notified the practitioner. Nursing assessment indicates that heart rhythm is regular. What is the most important nursing intervention for this patient now? - 47. The patient had diarrhea for 5 days and developed an acid-base imbalance. Which statement would indicate that the nurse's teaching about the acid-base imbalance has been effective? - 48. The patient has type B chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbated by an acute upper respiratory infection. Which blood gas values should the nurse expect to see? - 49. The nurse has telephone messages from four patients who requested information and assistance. Which one should the nurse refer to a social worker or community agency first? - " 50. The nurse would incorporate which of the following into the plan of care as a primary prevention strategy for reduction of the risk for cancer? - 51. While collecting a health history on a patient admitted for colon cancer, which of the following questions would be a priority to ask this patient? - " 52. While planning care for a patient experiencing fatigue due to chemotherapy, which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention? - 53. The nurse is caring for a patient who received a bone marrow transplant 10 days ago. The nurse would monitor for which of the following clinical manifestations that could indicate a potentially life-threatening situation? 54. While the nurse is obtaining the health history of a 75-year-old female patient, which of the following has the greatest implication for the development of cancer? - 55. In caring for a patient following lobectomy for lung cancer, which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care? - 56. The patient asks the nurse to explain the sinoatrial node in the heart. The nurse's best response would be, "The sinoatrial node - 57. A patient's serum electrolytes are being monitored. The nurse notices that the potassium level is low. The nurse knows that the patient should be observed for - 58. A nurse is explaining to a student nurse about perfusion. The nurse knows the student understands the concept of perfusion when the student states, "Perfusion 59. The nurse is assigned a group of patients. Which patient would the nurse identify as being at increased risk for impaired gas exchange? - 60. A 3-month-old infant is at increased risk for developing anemia. The nurse would identify which principle contributing to this risk? - A. 61. Which statement by a patient indicates additional teaching is required about the medication warfarin? - " 62. The nurse would expect to administer an anticoagulant to a patient following which surgery? - 63. A patient on a medical surgical unit has a platelet count of 90,000 per mm3. The nurse knows to include which of the following precautions in discharge instructions? - 64. The nurse is presenting an in-service on the importance of collaborative communication. The nurse includes which critical event identified by the Joint Commission as an outcome of poor communication among health care team members? - 65. A client asks the nurse to pray with him. The nurse is an atheist. Which statement by the nurse is the correct response? - 66. The nurse is being trained in hospice care. Which intervention by the nurse is most compatible with the goals of end-of-life care for the client? - 67. Which statement best exemplifies a client's understanding of rehabilitation after a full-thickness burn injury? - " 68. A client with a new burn injury asks the nurse why he is receiving intravenous cimetidine (Tagamet). What is the nurse's best response? - " 69. A client who is burned is drooling and is having difficulty swallowing. Which action does the nurse take first? - 70. The nurse assesses a client who suffered chest trauma and finds that the left chest sucks in during inhalation and out during exhalation. The client's oxygen saturation has dropped from 94% to 86%. What is the priority action by the nurse? - 71. What is the best way for the nurse to communicate with a client who is intubated and is receiving mechanical ventilation? - 72. A client is experiencing sinus bradycardia with hypotension and dizziness. What medication does the nurse administer? - 73. A client's electrocardiograph (ECG) tracing shows a run of sustained ventricular tachycardia. What is the nurse's first action? - 74. A client who has acidosis resulting from hypovolemic shock has been prescribed intravenous fluid replacement. Which fluid does the nurse prepare to administer? - 75. A client who has septic shock is admitted to the hospital. What priority intervention does the nurse implement first? - 76. The nurse is caring for a client who had a myocardial infarction. The client develops increased pulmonary congestion; an increase in heart rate from 80 to 102 beats/min; and cold, clammy skin. Which action does the nurse implement before notifying the health care provider? - 77. A client has received vasopressin (DDAVP) for diabetes insipidus. Which assessment finding indicates a therapeutic response to this therapy? - 78. Which client is most at risk for developing postrenal kidney failure? - 79. The nurse, planning care for a client recovering from a traumatic brain injury, is including interventions to prevent sympathetic storming. Which of the following should be included in this client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.) - 80. A client, being tested for a stroke, is not a candidate for tPA. Which of the following would be contraindicated for the use of tPA? (Select all that apply.) - 81. A client is being instructed on treatments available for a newly diagnosed brain tumor. The nurse realizes that this client's treatment could include all of the following EXCEPT: - 82. A client diagnosed with cirrhosis is experiencing the complication of ascites. Which of the following would be considered treatment for this complication? (Select all that apply.) - 83. Most common complication of Endoscopic Retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)? - Bleeding 84. S/S of dvt post abdominal sx? - 85. The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from an amputation. Which of the following should be included in this plan of care? (Select all that apply.) - 86. A client is anxious about having a dressing change. Which statement indicates that the nurse is promoting appropriate complementary therapy? - "." 87. The nurse would identify which body systems as directly involved in the process of normal gas exchange? (Select all that apply.) - 88. The nurse is assessing a client for the adequacy of ventilation. What assessment findings would indicate the client has good ventilation? (SATA) - [Show Less]
PN3 ATI Proctored Exam 2022 >>133 QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS 1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has HIV and is being dischar... [Show More] ged to home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? 2. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of the following is an acceptable method for the nurse to use to thin this client's secretions? - 3. Following admission, a client with a vascular occlusion of the right lower extremity calls the nurse and reports difficulty sleeping because of cold feet. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse take to promote the client's comfort? - 4. A nurse is caring for a client is who is 4 hr postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Which of the following is the priority finding for the nurse report to the provider? - 5. A nurse is caring for a client who has a temperature of 39.7° C (103.5° F) and has a prescription for a hypothermia blanket. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of the hypothermia blanket? 6. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about exercise with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? 7. A nurse notes a small section of bowel protruding from the abdominal incision of a client who is postoperative. After calling for assistance, which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - 8. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has alcohol use disorder and is experiencing metabolic acidosis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? - 9. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client following a cataract extraction. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? - 10. A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and has been taking digoxin 0.25 mg daily. The client refuses breakfast and reports nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - 11. A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postoperative following a cholecystectomy. The nurse suspects the client's wound is infected because the drainage from the dressing is yellow and thick. Which of the following findings should the nurse report as the type of drainage found? - 12. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a client following arthroscopic surgery. To prevent postoperative complications which of the following actions should be reinforced during the teaching? - 13. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has emphysema. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.) 14. A nurse is caring for a client who sustained a basal skull fracture. When performing morning hygiene care, the nurse notices a thin stream of clear drainage coming from out of the client's right nostril. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? 15. A nurse is caring for a client who has a spinal cord injury at T-4. The nurse should recognize that the client is at risk for autonomic dysreflexia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to prevent autonomic dysreflexia? - 16. A nurse is caring for a client who is being evaluated for endometrial cancer. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect the client to report? - A nurse is caring for a client following an open reduction and internal fixation of a fractured femur. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority? - 17. A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is 2 hours postoperative following a wedge resection of the left lung and has a chest tube to suction. Which of the following is the priority finding the nurse should report to the provider? A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client about how to care for a newly created ileal conduit. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? - 18. A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who had a removal of the pituitary gland. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan? - 19. A nurse is caring for a client who asks why she is being prescribed aspirin 325 mg daily following a myocardial infarction. The nurse should instruct the client that aspirin is prescribed for clients who have coronary artery disease for which of the following effects? - 20. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has open-angle glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? - 21. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority? 22. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who had a total abdominal hysterectomy and a vaginal repair. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching? 23. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a femur fracture and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 24. A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching with a client who has anemia and has been taking ferrous gluconate for several weeks. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? 25. A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching with a client who has anemia and has been taking ferrous gluconate for several weeks. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? 26. A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a client who has cellulitis of the leg. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend 27. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postoperative after having an ileostomy established. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? - 28. A nurse is caring for a client with severe burns to both lower extremities. The client is scheduled for an escharotomy and wants to know what the procedure involves. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make? 29. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a possible cataract. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report? 30. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has an intestinal obstruction and is receiving continuous gastrointestinal decompression using a nasogastric tube. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? 31. A nurse is caring for a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.) 32. A nurse is caring for a client who is in the oliguric phase of acute kidney injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 33. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about an esophagogastroduodenoscopy with a client who has upper gastric pain. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? 34. A nurse is caring for a client who is difficult to arouse and very sleepy for several hours following a generalized tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following descriptions should the nurse use when documenting this finding in the medical record? 35. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who reports right shoulder pain following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? - 36. A nurse is checking the suction control chamber of a client's chest tube and notes that there is no bubbling in the suction control chamber. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 37. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client immediately following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.) 38. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following surgical repair of a fractured mandible. The client's jaw is wired shut to repair and stabilize the fracture. The nurse should recognize which of the following is the priority action? 39. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has scleroderma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? - 40. A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has dysphagia and left-sided weakness following a stroke. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 41. A nurse is caring for a client who has partial-thickness and full-thickness burns of his head, neck, and chest. The nurse should recognize which of the following is the priority risk to the client? - 42. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is newly diagnosed with myasthenia gravis and is to start taking neostigmine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? 43. A nurse is caring for a client who is 12 hours postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and has a 3-way urinary catheter with continuous irrigation. The nurse notes there has not been any urinary output in the last hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first? 44. A nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a bone marrow biopsy. The client expresses fear about the procedure and asks the nurse if the biopsy will hurt. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? - 45. A nurse is assisting with planning care for a client who is recovering from a left-hemispheric stroke. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? 46. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has diabetes insipidus. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations? 47. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is postoperative and has a respiratory rate of 7/min. The arterial blood gas (ABG) values include: pH 7.22 PaCO2 68 mm Hg Base excess -2 PaO2 78 mm Hg Oxygen saturation 80% Bicarbonate 28 mEq/L Which of the following interpretations of the ABG values should the nurse make 48. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has peripheral vascular disease (PVD). The nurse should recognize that which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching? - 49. A nurse is preparing to provide morning hygiene care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The client becomes agitated and combative when the nurse approaches him. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? 50. A nurse is collecting data on a client's wound. The nurse observes that the wound surface is covered with soft, red tissue that bleeds easily. The nurse should recognize this is a manifestation of which of the following? - 51. A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple myeloma and has a WBC count of 2,200/mm3. Which of the following food items brought by the family should the nurse prohibit from being given to the client? - 52. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for an older adult client who is postoperative following a right hip arthroplasty. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? - 53. A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and respiratory arrest. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? 54. A nurse is caring for a client scheduled for coronary artery bypass grafting who reports he is no longer certain he wants to have the procedure. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? - 55. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following foot surgery and is not to bear weight on the operative foot. The nurse enters the room to discover the client hopped on one foot to the bathroom, using an IV pole for support. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 56. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative and has a closed-wound drainage system in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 57. A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a client who has hepatitis A. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? - " 58. A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching on actions that improve gas exchange to a client diagnosed with emphysema. Which of the following instructions should be included in the teaching? - 59. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a history Addison's disease. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor? - 60. A nurse is reinforcing pre-operative teaching for a client who is scheduled for surgery and is to take hydroxyzine preoperatively. Which of the following effects of the medication should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.) 61. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for epoetin alfa. The nurse should reinforce to the client to take which of the following dietary supplements with this medication? 62. A nurse is caring for a client after a radical neck dissection. To which of the following should the nurse give priority in the immediate postoperative period? 63. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a spinal cord injury at level C8 who is admitted for comprehensive rehabilitation. Which of the following long-term goals is appropriate with regard to the client's mobility? - 64. A nurse is reinforcing health teaching about skin cancer with a group of clients. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse identify as the leading cause of non-melanoma skin cancer? - 65. Based on a client's recent history, a nurse suspects that a client is beginning menopause. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask the client to help confirm the client is experiencing manifestations of menopause? - 66. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about cancer prevention and plans to address the importance of foods high in antioxidants. Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the teaching? 67. A nurse is assisting with caring for a client who has a new concussion following a motor-vehicle crash. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations of increased intracranial pressure? - 68. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a tonometry examination with a client who has manifestations of glaucoma. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? 69. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is taking cyclosporine following a kidney transplant. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse identify as the most important to report to the provider? - 70. A nurse is checking for paradoxical blood pressure on a client who has constrictive pericarditis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? 71. A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The nurse discovers the client entering the room of another client, who becomes upset and frightened. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 72. A nurse is caring for a client immediately following a cardiac catheterization with a femoral artery approach. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 73. A nurse is assisting with planning an immunization clinic for older adult clients. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include about influenza? - A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has colon cancer. The client asks the nurse several questions about his treatment plan. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 74. A nurse is caring for a client who has hemiplegia following a stroke. The client's adult son is distressed over his mother's crying and condition. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has primary dementia. Which of the following manifestations of dementia should the nurse include in the teaching? - 75. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has labyrinthitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? - 76. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is admitted with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the left leg. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? - 77. A nurse is caring for a client who comes to the clinic to be tested for tuberculosis (TB) after a close family contact tests positive. Which of the following measures should the nurse anticipate preparing for this client? - 78. A nurse is reviewing data for a client who has a head injury. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client might have diabetes insipidus? - 79. A nurse is caring for a client who has recurrent kidney stones and a history of diabetes mellitus. The client is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). The nurse should collect additional data about which of the following statements made by the client? - 80. A nurse is collecting data from a client who is having an acute asthma exacerbation. When auscultating the client's chest, the nurse should expect to hear which of the following sounds? - 81. A nurse is planning to change an abdominal dressing for a client who has an incision with a drain. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? - 82. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to undergo thoracentesis. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client for the procedure? - 83. A nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Which of the following reactions from the client should the nurse initially expect? - 84. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is postoperative following peritoneal lavage for peritonitis. The client has a nasogastric tube to low-intermittent suction and closed-suction drains in place. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? - A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following client measurements should the nurse compare before and after dialysis treatment to determine fluid losses? 85. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs. About 15 min following the start of the transfusion, the nurse notes that the client is flushed and febrile, and reports chills. To help confirm that the client is having an acute hemolytic transfusion reaction, the nurse should observe for which of the following manifestations? A nurse is caring for a client who has a seizure disorder and reports experiencing an aura. The nurse should recognize the client is experiencing which of the following conditions? 86. A nurse is caring for a client who just had cataract surgery. Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the provider? 87. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The client asks the nurse if there will be a lot of pain during the procedure. Which of the following responses should the nurse make? - " 88. A nurse caring for a client at risk for increased intracranial pressure is monitoring the client for manifestations that indicate that the pressure is increasing. To do this, the nurse should check the function of the third cranial nerve by performing which of the following data-collection activities? - 89. A nurse is caring for a client during the immediate postoperative period following thoracic surgery. When administering an opioid analgesic for pain, the nurse should explain that the medication should have which of the following effects? 90. A nurse is collecting data on a client who has hyperthyroidism. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report? 91. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of infection at the pin sites? 92. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse determines that teaching has been effective when the client identifies which of the following manifestations of hypoglycemia? (Select all that apply.) - 93. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an exacerbation of gout. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.) 94. A nurse is caring for a client who has myasthenia gravis (MG). Which of the following is a complication of MG for which the nurse should monitor? 95. A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. The nurse should recognize that which of the following actions is the priority? - 96. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about rifampin with a female client who has active tuberculosis. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? 97. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about cyclosporine for a client who is postoperative following a renal transplant. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? - 98. A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease and is taking selegiline 5 mg by mouth twice daily. Which of the following therapeutic outcomes should the nurse monitor for with a client who is taking this medication? 99. A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving a transfusion of packed red blood cells. The client develops itching and hives. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - 100. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about how to prevent the onset of manifestations of Raynaud's phenomenon. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching? - 101. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has iron deficiency anemia and is to start taking ferrous sulfate twice a day. Which of the following statements by the client indicate an understanding of the teaching? - " 102. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about pernicious anemia with a client following a total gastrectomy. Which of the following dietary supplements should the nurse include in the teaching as the treatment for pernicious anemia? - 103. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgical repair of a femur fracture and has a prescription for lorazepam preoperatively. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse that the medication has been effective? - 104. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has AIDS. When checking the client's mouth, the nurse notes a white, creamy covering on the tongue and buccal membranes. The nurse should recognize this is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? 105. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative open reduction and internal fixation with placement of a wound drain to repair a hip fracture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 106. A nurse is assisting with teaching a client who has a history of smoking about recognizing early manifestations of laryngeal cancer. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and report which of the following manifestations of laryngeal cancer? 107. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review to determine the client's renal function? 108. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? 109. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and requesting something to drink. The nurse reads the client's postoperative prescriptions, which include, "Clear liquids, advance diet as tolerated." Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? 110. A nurse is collecting data on a client who has a surgical wound healing by secondary intention. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the charge nurse? 111. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has multiple injuries following a motor vehicle crash. The nurse should monitor for which of the following manifestations of a pneumothorax? - 112. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has right-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? 113. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy for treatment of ovarian cancer and experiencing nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? -. 114. A nurse is assisting with the care of a client following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 115. A nurse is evaluating discharge instructions for a client following a right cataract extraction. Which of the following client statements indicates the teaching is effective? - 116. A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 6 days post craniotomy for removal of an intracerebral aneurysm. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations of increased intracranial pressure? - 117. A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - 118. A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with major burns to the head, neck, and chest. Which of the following complications should the nurse identify as the greatest risk to the client? - 119. A nurse is collecting data from a client who was bitten by a tick one week ago. Which of the following client manifestations should the nurse identify as an indication of the development of Lyme disease? - 120. A nurse is contribution to the plan of care for a client who is 12 hr postoperative following a right radical mastectomy with closed suction drains present. The nurse should expect that the client will be unable to perform which of the following activities with her right arm? - 121. A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data for a 45-year-old client who is having manifestations associated with perimenopause. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? - 122. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about breast self-examination (BSE) with a client who has a regular menstrual cycle. The nurse should instruct the client to perform BSE at which of the following times? - 123. A nurse is caring for a client who has second- and third-degree burns and a prescription for a high-calorie, high-protein diet. Which of the following menu choices should the nurse recommend? - 124. A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? - 125. A nurse is collecting data from a client in the health clinic who is reporting epigastric pain. Which of the following statements made by the client should the nurse identify as being consistent with peptic ulcer disease? - 126. A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a terminal illness. Which of the following interventions should the nurse identify as the priority? -. 127. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has been newly diagnosed with chronic open angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? - " [Show Less]
1. A client who is being mechanically ventilated has positive end respiratory pressure (PEEP) set at 20 cm of water. Which of the following should the nur... [Show More] se assess for the client? Pneumothorax 2. A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a client who has a pacemaker. Which of the following statements by the client is correct? I will call my doctor about prolonged hiccups 3. In order to reduce afterload in a client with HTN and HF, the nurse will administer which IV medication? Nitroprusside 4. A client diagnosed with a-fib will most likely be placed on which two long term medications? Cardizem and anticoagulant 5. A client is complaining of dizziness and near syncope. The nurse’s assessment reveals the following: VS: B/P 80/40, HR: 36 RR: 12. Cardiac monitor shows this: strip. the nurse anticipates giving which one of the following medications? PAGE 674. Atropine 6. The nurse suspects a client is in left-sided HF when which of the following are assessed? Shortness of breath; rales, frothy sputum 7. A client is receiving an infusion of tissue plasminogen activator (t-PA). the client becomes disoriented to person, place, and time. What is the first action the nurse should take? INDICATOR FOR A MASSIVE MI Stop the infusion and call the provider 8. * Which of the following interventions are for a client diagnosed with a pneumothorax? SATA. Monitor respiratory and circulatory function, assess tracheal deviation, provide analgesics, insert chest tube 9. The nurse is caring for a client is caring for a client diagnosed with a STEMI. Select the interventions a nurse will expect to give. SATA. Oxygen Morphine Nitroglycerin Fibrinolytics 10. a client is getting weaned from the ventilator. Which setting will give partial support (continue to give ventilations and allow spontaneous breathing) and is used during the weaning process? [Show Less]
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