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NURS 406CAPSTONE MED SURG ASSESSMENT QESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM
TEST WITH COMPLETE LATEST SOLUTIONS



NURS 406CAPSTONE MED SURG ASSESSMENT QESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM
TEST WITH COMPLETE LATEST SOLUTIONS




1) A nurse is teaching a client about using a continuous positive airway pressure
(CPAP) device to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Which of the following
information should the nurse include in the teaching?
It delivers a present amount of airway pressure throughout the breathing cycle


2) A nurse at a provide office is interviewing a client who has multiple sclerosis and has
been taking dantrolone for several months. Which of the following client statements
should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?

I don’t have muscle spasms as frequently




3) A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following a heart transplant. Which
of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Shortness of breath might be an indication of transplant rejection


4) A nurse is caring for a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone
(SIADH) and is receiving 3 % sodium chloride via continuous IV. Which of the
following laboratory finding should the nurse identify as an indication that the SIADH
is resolving?
Urine specific gravity 1.020


5) A nurse is teaching a client about fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) for the screening

,NURS 406CAPSTONE MED SURG ASSESSMENT QESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM
TEST WITH COMPLETE LATEST SOLUTIONS

of colorectal cancer. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the
teaching?
You should avoid taking corticosteroids prior to testing


6) A nurse is preparing a client for a colonoscopy. Which of the following
medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe as an anesthetic
for the procedure?

Propofol


7) A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the
following interventions should the nurse include in the clients plan? Select all that
apply.
Monitor blood glucose levels Maintain
NPO status until pain-free Manage acute
pain

,NURS 406CAPSTONE MED SURG ASSESSMENT QESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM
TEST WITH COMPLETE LATEST SOLUTIONS


8) A nurse is teaching a client who has hypertension about dietary modifications to help
control blood pressure. Which of the following food choices should the nurse
recommend as the client to include in their diet?

3 oz of chicken breast


9) A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has unstable angina. Which of
the findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Breath Sounds


10) A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has GERD.
Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates an understanding of
the teaching?

I will limit activities that require bending at the waist.




11) A nurse is assessing a client who reports a possible exposure to HIV. Which of the
following finding should the nurse identify as an early manifestation of HIV infection?

Fatigue


12) A nurse is teaching a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus about hypoglycemia
.which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the
teaching?
I can drink 4 ounces of soda if my blood sugar is low


13) A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has heart failure and a
prescription for furosemide 20 mg PO two times daily. Which of the following

, NURS 406CAPSTONE MED SURG ASSESSMENT QESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM
TEST WITH COMPLETE LATEST SOLUTIONS

instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

Increase intake of high-potassium foods

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