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1. A client is prescribed alprazolam along with other CNS depressants. What is
the nurse’s priority action?
A. Administer as prescribed
B. Clarify the prescription with the provider
C. Hold all medications
D. Increase dose
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Alprazolam (a benzodiazepine) causes CNS depression.
When combined with other depressants (opioids, alcohol), risk =
• Respiratory depression
• Sedation
• Death
Nurse must clarify to prevent harm
2. A client taking haloperidol should be monitored for which adverse effect?
A. Hypertension
B. Tardive dyskinesia
C. Hyperglycemia
D. Weight gain only
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Haloperidol (antipsychotic) → risk of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS)
Tardive dyskinesia = involuntary movements (face, tongue)
Can be irreversible → requires early detection
3. A client with dysphagia is prescribed divalproex sodium. How should it be
given?
A. With water only
B. Crushed in applesauce
C. IV route
D. On empty stomach
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
For swallowing difficulty → mix with soft food like applesauce
Prevents aspiration + ensures medication adherence
4. A client taking phenelzine should avoid which food?
A. Fresh fruit
B. Aged cheese
C. Rice
D. Milk
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Phenelzine = MAOI
Interacts with tyramine foods (aged cheese, wine)
Causes hypertensive crisis
5. Betamethasone is given during pregnancy to:
A. Reduce pain
B. Mature fetal lungs
C. Induce labor
D. Prevent infection
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Used in preterm labor risk
Accelerates surfactant production → prevents neonatal respiratory distress
6. Dehiscence is defined as:
A. Infection
B. Wound reopening
C. Bleeding
D. Swelling
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Dehiscence = separation of surgical wound edges
Risk factors: obesity, infection, coughing
Emergency if severe (can progress to evisceration)
7. During IV catheter insertion, where is the tourniquet placed?
A. 5 cm above
B. 10 cm above
C. 15 cm (6 inches) above
D. Below site
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Tourniquet applied 15 cm (6 inches) above site
Helps distend veins → easier insertion
8. Wound irrigation is performed to:
A. Close wound
B. Remove debris and bacteria
C. Increase pain
D. Stop bleeding
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
Irrigation = flushing wound
Reduces infection risk by removing contaminants
9. A sterile field is:
A. Clean area
B. Area free of microorganisms
C. Dry area
D. Covered area
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Sterile technique prevents infection transmission
Any contamination = field is no longer sterile
10. Rh immunoglobulin should be given:
A. Immediately after pregnancy
B. Within 72 hours postpartum
C. After 1 week
D. Only during labor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Given to Rh-negative mothers with Rh-positive baby
Prevents antibody formation → protects future pregnancies
11. Phototherapy is used for newborns with:
A. Infection
B. Jaundice
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Sepsis
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Breaks down bilirubin in newborns
Prevents kernicterus (brain damage)