NUR168 EXAM 1 REVIEW QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
A client has an order to restrict fluids. What is one
comfort measure nurses can implement for this client to
alleviate a common problem? - correct answer-
Oral hygiene
A client is prescribed a diuretic for swelling of the lower
extremities. What would the nurse teach the client about
the effect of the medication on the client's urinary
output? - correct answer- The client's urinary
output will be increased.
A client is taking a diuretic that increases her urinary
output. What would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis
on which to base an educational plan? - correct
answer- Risk for Deficient Fluid Volume
A client tells the nurse, "Every time I sneeze, I wet my
pants." What is this type of involuntary escape of urine
called? - correct answer- Urinary incontinence
, A client with a urinary tract infection is to be discharged
from the health care facility. After teaching the client
about measures to prevent urinary tract infections, the
nurse determines that the education was successful when
the client states which of the following? - correct
answer- "I need to void after sexual intercourse."
A client with dark skin color who has jaundice has been
admitted to the health care facility. Which body area is
the best place to assess jaundice? - correct
answer- Sclera
A client with dehydration is being administered IV fluids.
During rounds, the nurse noticed that the skin
immediately surrounding the IV site was reddish in color
and showing signs of inflammation. The nurse recognizes
that what phenomenon is likely responsible? - correct
answer- phlebitis
A client with urine retention related to a complete
prostatic obstruction requires a urinary catheter to drain
the bladder. Which type of catheter is most appropriate
WITH CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
A client has an order to restrict fluids. What is one
comfort measure nurses can implement for this client to
alleviate a common problem? - correct answer-
Oral hygiene
A client is prescribed a diuretic for swelling of the lower
extremities. What would the nurse teach the client about
the effect of the medication on the client's urinary
output? - correct answer- The client's urinary
output will be increased.
A client is taking a diuretic that increases her urinary
output. What would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis
on which to base an educational plan? - correct
answer- Risk for Deficient Fluid Volume
A client tells the nurse, "Every time I sneeze, I wet my
pants." What is this type of involuntary escape of urine
called? - correct answer- Urinary incontinence
, A client with a urinary tract infection is to be discharged
from the health care facility. After teaching the client
about measures to prevent urinary tract infections, the
nurse determines that the education was successful when
the client states which of the following? - correct
answer- "I need to void after sexual intercourse."
A client with dark skin color who has jaundice has been
admitted to the health care facility. Which body area is
the best place to assess jaundice? - correct
answer- Sclera
A client with dehydration is being administered IV fluids.
During rounds, the nurse noticed that the skin
immediately surrounding the IV site was reddish in color
and showing signs of inflammation. The nurse recognizes
that what phenomenon is likely responsible? - correct
answer- phlebitis
A client with urine retention related to a complete
prostatic obstruction requires a urinary catheter to drain
the bladder. Which type of catheter is most appropriate
