VNSG 1409 Final Review Questions With Complete
Solutions
A 28-year-old male reports to the nurse that he has been having
trouble maintaining an erection. Which assessment findings
should the nurse further explore Correct Answers He drinks
about a case of beer over each weekend
A 45 year old woman has several fibroid tumors located in the
endometrium and is scheduled for dilation and curettage (D&C).
The nurse understands the D&C consist of the following
Correct Answers Dilation of the cervix and surgical scraping of
the endometrial lining
A 60-year-old patient receives information that a prostate
specific antigen PSA laboratory values is elevated. Which of the
following tests is a specific test that will confirm the presence of
prostate cancer Correct Answers A prostatic acid phosphatase
test (IsoPSA)
A 70-year-old client is to be discharged home with an
indwelling catheter following a TURP done after prostate cancer
was ruled out. Prior to discharge, the nurse reviews home care
with the client and his wife. The nurse will determine that the
client and his wife understand the home care instructions if the
state which of the following important points. Select all that
apply Correct Answers -monitor urine output and color of urine
-increase fluid intake about 2500 mL/day
-keep the area around the catheter clean
,A client arrives in the emergency room stating inability to sleep,
tightness in the chest, and difficulty breathing. Upon assessment,
nurse notes expiratory wheezes and dyspnea. Which action
should the nurse take Correct Answers Find a healthcare
provider to immediately evaluate the client
A client is admitted to the hospital with signs and symptoms of
diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings will the nurse
most likely observe in the patient? Select all that apply Correct
Answers -nocturia
-excessive thirst
-glucosuria
A client is asking for information about using an intrauterine
device (IUD). The nurse would provide pertinent information on
the advantages and disadvantages of IUD. The nurse correctly
stated that an IUD is contraindicated in women Correct
Answers Who have uterine abnormalities
A client is experiencing a severe asthma attack and has the
following arterial blood gas results; pH 7.33, PCO2 58, HCO3
26. Which of the following prescription should the nurse
perform first Correct Answers Albuterol (proventil) via
nebulizer
A client seeks treatment in and ambulatory clinic for a compliant
of hoarseness that has persisted for 8 weeks. Based on the
symptom, the nurse interpreted the client is at risk for having
Correct Answers Laryngeal cancer
,A client taking oral contraceptives is placed on a 10 day course
of anabiotic's for an infection. Which of the following
instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan
Correct Answers "use a barrier method of birth control for the
rest of your cycle"
A client who has fallen from a ladder and fractured three ribs
has arterial blood gas results of pH 7.38, PCO2 38 mmHG, PO2
86 mmHG, and HCO3 23 mEq/L. The nurse interprets that the
clients ABG indicate which of the following Correct Answers
Normal results
A client with cystic fibrosis is being treated with pancreatic
enzyme replacement to help reduce the symptoms related to
malabsorption and improve nutritional status. The nurse will
ensure that the patient follows which of the following diet?
Select all that apply Correct Answers -nutrient dense
-high calorie
A client with Graves' disease would not exhibit which of the
following signs or symptom Correct Answers Cold intolerance
A client with hyperthyroidism has been prescribed Methimazole.
Which instruction should the nurse prioritize when teaching the
client about the drug Correct Answers To be effective he must
take the drug 12 to 18 months
A client's heart murmur is related to valve damage caused by
childhood infection, the nurse would expect the client to report
having had which disease Correct Answers Rheumatic fever
, A doctor has prescribed a dose of epinephrine for a patient.
Which effects does the nurse expect the patient to exhibit after
receiving this medication? (Select all that apply) Correct
Answers -stimulates vasoconstriction in the skin and most
viscera
-decrease peristalsis
-stimulates liver to convert glycogen to glucose
-increases heart rate and force of contraction
A doctor has prescribed a dose of salmeterol for a patient with
asthma. What effects does the nurse expect the patient to exhibit
after receiving this medication Correct Answers Keep airways
dilated up to 12 hrs
A female patient is diagnosed with the premenstrual dysphoric
disorder PMDD. DHCP prescribes, along with hormonal
contraceptives, supplements of calcium, magnesium, and
vitamin E and B6. Which information is most important for the
nurse to provide the patient regarding the physicians orders
Correct Answers Instructions that increasing vitamin doses need
HCP approval
A female patient is scheduled for laparoscopy for the
determination of endometriosis. Following the procedure, which
nursing care with a nurse perform Correct Answers Monitor
the patient for pain in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
A female patient was told that the lump in her breast is due to
fibrocystic changes. What information should the nurse share
with the patient Correct Answers Is a result of blockage of
ducts so that cysts form around the trapped fluid
Solutions
A 28-year-old male reports to the nurse that he has been having
trouble maintaining an erection. Which assessment findings
should the nurse further explore Correct Answers He drinks
about a case of beer over each weekend
A 45 year old woman has several fibroid tumors located in the
endometrium and is scheduled for dilation and curettage (D&C).
The nurse understands the D&C consist of the following
Correct Answers Dilation of the cervix and surgical scraping of
the endometrial lining
A 60-year-old patient receives information that a prostate
specific antigen PSA laboratory values is elevated. Which of the
following tests is a specific test that will confirm the presence of
prostate cancer Correct Answers A prostatic acid phosphatase
test (IsoPSA)
A 70-year-old client is to be discharged home with an
indwelling catheter following a TURP done after prostate cancer
was ruled out. Prior to discharge, the nurse reviews home care
with the client and his wife. The nurse will determine that the
client and his wife understand the home care instructions if the
state which of the following important points. Select all that
apply Correct Answers -monitor urine output and color of urine
-increase fluid intake about 2500 mL/day
-keep the area around the catheter clean
,A client arrives in the emergency room stating inability to sleep,
tightness in the chest, and difficulty breathing. Upon assessment,
nurse notes expiratory wheezes and dyspnea. Which action
should the nurse take Correct Answers Find a healthcare
provider to immediately evaluate the client
A client is admitted to the hospital with signs and symptoms of
diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings will the nurse
most likely observe in the patient? Select all that apply Correct
Answers -nocturia
-excessive thirst
-glucosuria
A client is asking for information about using an intrauterine
device (IUD). The nurse would provide pertinent information on
the advantages and disadvantages of IUD. The nurse correctly
stated that an IUD is contraindicated in women Correct
Answers Who have uterine abnormalities
A client is experiencing a severe asthma attack and has the
following arterial blood gas results; pH 7.33, PCO2 58, HCO3
26. Which of the following prescription should the nurse
perform first Correct Answers Albuterol (proventil) via
nebulizer
A client seeks treatment in and ambulatory clinic for a compliant
of hoarseness that has persisted for 8 weeks. Based on the
symptom, the nurse interpreted the client is at risk for having
Correct Answers Laryngeal cancer
,A client taking oral contraceptives is placed on a 10 day course
of anabiotic's for an infection. Which of the following
instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan
Correct Answers "use a barrier method of birth control for the
rest of your cycle"
A client who has fallen from a ladder and fractured three ribs
has arterial blood gas results of pH 7.38, PCO2 38 mmHG, PO2
86 mmHG, and HCO3 23 mEq/L. The nurse interprets that the
clients ABG indicate which of the following Correct Answers
Normal results
A client with cystic fibrosis is being treated with pancreatic
enzyme replacement to help reduce the symptoms related to
malabsorption and improve nutritional status. The nurse will
ensure that the patient follows which of the following diet?
Select all that apply Correct Answers -nutrient dense
-high calorie
A client with Graves' disease would not exhibit which of the
following signs or symptom Correct Answers Cold intolerance
A client with hyperthyroidism has been prescribed Methimazole.
Which instruction should the nurse prioritize when teaching the
client about the drug Correct Answers To be effective he must
take the drug 12 to 18 months
A client's heart murmur is related to valve damage caused by
childhood infection, the nurse would expect the client to report
having had which disease Correct Answers Rheumatic fever
, A doctor has prescribed a dose of epinephrine for a patient.
Which effects does the nurse expect the patient to exhibit after
receiving this medication? (Select all that apply) Correct
Answers -stimulates vasoconstriction in the skin and most
viscera
-decrease peristalsis
-stimulates liver to convert glycogen to glucose
-increases heart rate and force of contraction
A doctor has prescribed a dose of salmeterol for a patient with
asthma. What effects does the nurse expect the patient to exhibit
after receiving this medication Correct Answers Keep airways
dilated up to 12 hrs
A female patient is diagnosed with the premenstrual dysphoric
disorder PMDD. DHCP prescribes, along with hormonal
contraceptives, supplements of calcium, magnesium, and
vitamin E and B6. Which information is most important for the
nurse to provide the patient regarding the physicians orders
Correct Answers Instructions that increasing vitamin doses need
HCP approval
A female patient is scheduled for laparoscopy for the
determination of endometriosis. Following the procedure, which
nursing care with a nurse perform Correct Answers Monitor
the patient for pain in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
A female patient was told that the lump in her breast is due to
fibrocystic changes. What information should the nurse share
with the patient Correct Answers Is a result of blockage of
ducts so that cysts form around the trapped fluid
