EXAM 3 RNSG 2432 QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS!!
A client is recovering from a craniotomy performed to remove a brain tumor.
While assessing the client, the nurse notes a blood pressure of 165/101 and
irregular respirations. Which of the following actions should the nurse
prioritize?
A.Request an order for PRN hydralazine to lower blood pressure
B.Apply a cold compress to the client's incision site
C.Administer pain medication to ensure comfort
D.Promptly notify the healthcare provider Answer - D .Promptly notify the
healthcare provider
What might this situation indicate?
The nurse is caring for a client who is having a craniotomy for the removal of a
brain tumor. Which of the following potential complications should the nurse
monitor for post-operatively? (Select all that apply.)
A. Increased intracranial pressure
, B. Seizures
C. Diabetes insipidus
D. Infection
E. Intracranial hypotension Answer - A. Increased intracranial pressure
B. Seizures
C. Diabetes insipidus
D. Infection
For E to be correct it would be intracranial HYPERtension
A 55 year old client is admitted with a primary brain tumor. Which assessment
finding would be expected with this type of condition?
A.Change in cognitive function
B.Fever and neck stiffness
C.Irregular respirations and bradycardia
D.Fixed and dilated pupils Answer - A.Change in cognitive function
B. indicates meningitis
C. indicates brain herniation
D. indicates brain herniation
A nurse is reviewing a new order for dexamethasone with a client who has an
expanding brain tumor. Which of the following statements should the nurse
make? (Select all that apply.)
A. "It is given to reduce swelling of the brain."
CORRECT ANSWERS!!
A client is recovering from a craniotomy performed to remove a brain tumor.
While assessing the client, the nurse notes a blood pressure of 165/101 and
irregular respirations. Which of the following actions should the nurse
prioritize?
A.Request an order for PRN hydralazine to lower blood pressure
B.Apply a cold compress to the client's incision site
C.Administer pain medication to ensure comfort
D.Promptly notify the healthcare provider Answer - D .Promptly notify the
healthcare provider
What might this situation indicate?
The nurse is caring for a client who is having a craniotomy for the removal of a
brain tumor. Which of the following potential complications should the nurse
monitor for post-operatively? (Select all that apply.)
A. Increased intracranial pressure
, B. Seizures
C. Diabetes insipidus
D. Infection
E. Intracranial hypotension Answer - A. Increased intracranial pressure
B. Seizures
C. Diabetes insipidus
D. Infection
For E to be correct it would be intracranial HYPERtension
A 55 year old client is admitted with a primary brain tumor. Which assessment
finding would be expected with this type of condition?
A.Change in cognitive function
B.Fever and neck stiffness
C.Irregular respirations and bradycardia
D.Fixed and dilated pupils Answer - A.Change in cognitive function
B. indicates meningitis
C. indicates brain herniation
D. indicates brain herniation
A nurse is reviewing a new order for dexamethasone with a client who has an
expanding brain tumor. Which of the following statements should the nurse
make? (Select all that apply.)
A. "It is given to reduce swelling of the brain."
