NS 660 Exam 3 Review Questions with Complete Solutions

NS 660 Exam 3 Review Questions with
Complete Solutions

You have client with peptic ulcer disease. Which assessment finding is most serious?

A. Projectile vomiting




B. Burning sensation 2 hours after eating




C. Coffee-ground emesis




D. Board-like abdomen with shoulder pain D. Board-like abdomen with shoulder pain




Rationale:

Perforation and peristalsis. Coffee ground emesis is concerning, but perforated bowel most

serious complication, requires immediate intervention. --> can cause sepsis/septic shock.




Which client has chronic stable angina?




A. Patient with CAD who takes 1 nitro tab and angina goes away

,B. Patient with CAD who takes 3 nitro tabs and gets no relief




C.




D. A. Patient with CAD who takes 1 nitro tab and angina goes away




What is common side effect for statins that are utilized for hyperlipidemia?




A. Myalgias




B. Constipation




C. Dry mouth




D. Increased urination A. Myalgias




Myalgias = muscle pains

, CK blood levels - assesses muscle damage




Which assessment would be sign of left-sided heart failure?




A. JVD




B. Hepatomegaly




C. Dyspnea




D. Peripheral edema C. Dyspnea




Which of following symptoms NOT be seen in peripheral artery disease?




A. Absent pedal pulse




B. Numbness and tingling