Question 1
A LPN complains to the charge nurse that an unlicensed assistive person (UAP) consistently
leaves the work area untidy and does not restock supplies. What is the best initial
response by the charge nurse?
1Write down potential solutions to the problems today by shift's end
2Add this concern to the agenda of the next unit meeting
3Assure the staff nurse that the complaint will be investigated
4Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem
CORRECT ANSWER
4 Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem
Question 2
The nurse assists with the reinforcement of information about breast self-examination to a
group of college students. A female student asks when to perform the monthly exam. The
appropriate reply by the nurse should include which statement?
1"Ovulation, or midcycle is the best time to detect changes."
2"Do the exam at the same time every month."
3"Right after the period, when your breasts are less tender."
4"The first of every month, because it will be easiest to remember."
CORRECT ANSWER
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,Question 3
The nurse is caring for a 75 year-old client with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The client should
be instructed to contact the outpatient clinic immediately if which findings are present?
1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort
2Occasional hiccups and sneezing
3Sustained insomnia and daytime fatigue
4Persistent dryness and itching of the perineal area
CORRECT ANSWER
1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort-
Question 4
A pregnant woman has been advised to alter her diet during pregnancy by increasing the
intake of protein and vitamin C to meet the needs of the growing fetus. Which diet choice
would best meet the woman's needs?
1. 1 cup of macaroni, three-fourths cup of peas, glass whole milk, medium pear
2. Scrambled egg, hash browned potatoes, one-half glass of buttermilk, large nectarine
3. 3 oz. chicken, one-half cup of corn, lettuce salad, small banana
4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries
CORRECT ANSWER
4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries -
Question 5
A nurse is taking a health history from parents of a child admitted with possible Reye's
syndrome. Which recent illness should the nurse recognize as being associated with an
increased the risk for the development of Reye's syndrome?
1. Varicella
2. Meningitis
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,3. Hepatitis
4. Rubeola
CORRECT ANSWER
1. Varicella -
Question 6
A Native American chief visits his newborn son and performs a traditional ceremony that
involves feathers and chanting. The nurse comments to a colleague: "I wonder if he has
any idea how ridiculous he looks - he's a grown man!" The nurse's comment is an example
of what type of attitude?
1. Prejudice
2. Ethnocentrism
3. Discrimination
4. Stereotyping
CORRECT ANSWER
1. Prejudice-
Question 7
A nursing student asks the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to explain the forces that drive
health care reform. When responding to the student's question, what information should
the nurse emphasize?
1. Increased competition between health care insurers
2. Increase in health care spending that's growing faster than the economy
3. Increase in the population who have health insurance
4. Increase in spending for end-of-life treatment
CORRECT ANSWER
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, Question 8
A child is admitted to the unit with the suspected diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough).
What is the priority nursing intervention for this child?
1. Maintain hydration and encourage fluids
2. Implement droplet precautions
3. Monitor respiratory rate and oxygen saturation
4. Anti- infective therapy
CORRECT ANSWER
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Question 9
A client has an indwelling catheter with continuous bladder irrigation after undergoing a
transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) 12 hours ago. Which finding at this time
should be reported to the registered nurse (RN) charge nurse?
1Complaints for the feeling of pulling on the urinary catheter
2Light, pink to clear urine
3Occasional suprapubic cramping
4Minimal drainage into the urinary collection bag
CORRECT ANSWER
4Minimal drainage into the urinary collection bag
Question 10
A nurse is caring for a woman two hours after a vaginal delivery. Documentation indicates
that the membranes ruptured 36 hours prior to delivery. Which of these nursing diagnoses
should the nurse expect the charge nurse to list as a priority at this time?
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A LPN complains to the charge nurse that an unlicensed assistive person (UAP) consistently
leaves the work area untidy and does not restock supplies. What is the best initial
response by the charge nurse?
1Write down potential solutions to the problems today by shift's end
2Add this concern to the agenda of the next unit meeting
3Assure the staff nurse that the complaint will be investigated
4Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem
CORRECT ANSWER
4 Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem
Question 2
The nurse assists with the reinforcement of information about breast self-examination to a
group of college students. A female student asks when to perform the monthly exam. The
appropriate reply by the nurse should include which statement?
1"Ovulation, or midcycle is the best time to detect changes."
2"Do the exam at the same time every month."
3"Right after the period, when your breasts are less tender."
4"The first of every month, because it will be easiest to remember."
CORRECT ANSWER
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,Question 3
The nurse is caring for a 75 year-old client with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The client should
be instructed to contact the outpatient clinic immediately if which findings are present?
1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort
2Occasional hiccups and sneezing
3Sustained insomnia and daytime fatigue
4Persistent dryness and itching of the perineal area
CORRECT ANSWER
1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort-
Question 4
A pregnant woman has been advised to alter her diet during pregnancy by increasing the
intake of protein and vitamin C to meet the needs of the growing fetus. Which diet choice
would best meet the woman's needs?
1. 1 cup of macaroni, three-fourths cup of peas, glass whole milk, medium pear
2. Scrambled egg, hash browned potatoes, one-half glass of buttermilk, large nectarine
3. 3 oz. chicken, one-half cup of corn, lettuce salad, small banana
4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries
CORRECT ANSWER
4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries -
Question 5
A nurse is taking a health history from parents of a child admitted with possible Reye's
syndrome. Which recent illness should the nurse recognize as being associated with an
increased the risk for the development of Reye's syndrome?
1. Varicella
2. Meningitis
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,3. Hepatitis
4. Rubeola
CORRECT ANSWER
1. Varicella -
Question 6
A Native American chief visits his newborn son and performs a traditional ceremony that
involves feathers and chanting. The nurse comments to a colleague: "I wonder if he has
any idea how ridiculous he looks - he's a grown man!" The nurse's comment is an example
of what type of attitude?
1. Prejudice
2. Ethnocentrism
3. Discrimination
4. Stereotyping
CORRECT ANSWER
1. Prejudice-
Question 7
A nursing student asks the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to explain the forces that drive
health care reform. When responding to the student's question, what information should
the nurse emphasize?
1. Increased competition between health care insurers
2. Increase in health care spending that's growing faster than the economy
3. Increase in the population who have health insurance
4. Increase in spending for end-of-life treatment
CORRECT ANSWER
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, Question 8
A child is admitted to the unit with the suspected diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough).
What is the priority nursing intervention for this child?
1. Maintain hydration and encourage fluids
2. Implement droplet precautions
3. Monitor respiratory rate and oxygen saturation
4. Anti- infective therapy
CORRECT ANSWER
2
Question 9
A client has an indwelling catheter with continuous bladder irrigation after undergoing a
transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) 12 hours ago. Which finding at this time
should be reported to the registered nurse (RN) charge nurse?
1Complaints for the feeling of pulling on the urinary catheter
2Light, pink to clear urine
3Occasional suprapubic cramping
4Minimal drainage into the urinary collection bag
CORRECT ANSWER
4Minimal drainage into the urinary collection bag
Question 10
A nurse is caring for a woman two hours after a vaginal delivery. Documentation indicates
that the membranes ruptured 36 hours prior to delivery. Which of these nursing diagnoses
should the nurse expect the charge nurse to list as a priority at this time?
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