additional symptom should the nurse expect to find?A.Pedal pulses will be weak or absent in the left foot.B.The client will state that the left foot is
... [Show More] usually warm.C.Flexion and extension of the left foot will be limited.D.Capillary refill of the client's left toes will be brisk.Correct Answer: APedal pulses will be weak or absent in the left foot.4) A client with cirrhosis develops increasing pedal edema and ascites. Whichdietary modification is most important for the nurse to teach this client?A.Avoid high-carbohydrate foods.B.Decrease intake of fat-soluble vitamins.C.Decrease caloric intake.D.Restrict salt and fluid intake.Correct Answer: DRestrict salt and fluid intake.5) During report, the nurse learns that a client with tumor lysis syndrome isreceiving an IV infusion containing insulin. Which assessment should the nursecomplete first?A.Review the client's history for diabetes mellitus.B.Observe the extremity distal to the IV site.C.Monitor the client's serum potassium and blood glucose levels.D.Evaluate the client's oxygen saturation and breath sounds.Correct Answer: CMonitor the client's serum potassium and blood glucose levels.6) The LPN/LVN receives the client's next scheduled bag of TPN labeled with theadditive NPH insulin. Which action should the nurse implement?A.Hang the solution at the current rate.B.Refrigerate the solution until needed.C.Prepare the solution with new tubing.D.Return the solution to the pharmacy.Correct Answer: DReturn the solution to the pharmacy.7) A resident in a long-term care facility is diagnosed with hepatitis B. Which
intervention should the nurse implement with the staff caring for this client?A.Determine if all employees have had the hepatitis B vaccine series.B.Explain that this type of hepatitis can be transmitted when feeding the client.C.Assure the employees that they cannot contract hepatitis B when providingdirect care.D.Tell the employees that wearing gloves and a gown are required when providingcare.
Correct Answer: ADetermine if all employees have had the hepatitis B vaccineseries.8) The LPN/LVN notes that the client's drainage has decreased from 50 to 5 mL/hr12 hours after chest tube insertion for hemothorax. What is the best initial actionfor the nurse to take [Show Less]