CJE Med-Surg Exam Questions &
Answers
Hypoglycemia Priority Intervention (Awake Client)
Administer a rapid-acting oral carbohydrate when the client is conscious and able to
swallow safely.
Acute Neutropenic Fever Management
Obtain blood and required cultures first, then immediately administer prescribed broad-
spectrum antibiotics.
Neutropenic & Thrombocytopenic Care Contraindications
Avoid rectal thermometers, suppositories, and firm-bristle toothbrushes to prevent
trauma, bleeding, and infection.
Sickle Cell Crisis Pathophysiology
Sickled erythrocytes obstruct microvasculcreation, causing tissue ischemia and severe
pain
.
Acute Chest Syndrome Signs in Sickle Cell
New fever, chest pain, dyspnea, hypoxemia, cough, and wheezing require immediate
oxygenation support and escalation.
Tasks Appropriately Delegated to UAP
Answers
Hypoglycemia Priority Intervention (Awake Client)
Administer a rapid-acting oral carbohydrate when the client is conscious and able to
swallow safely.
Acute Neutropenic Fever Management
Obtain blood and required cultures first, then immediately administer prescribed broad-
spectrum antibiotics.
Neutropenic & Thrombocytopenic Care Contraindications
Avoid rectal thermometers, suppositories, and firm-bristle toothbrushes to prevent
trauma, bleeding, and infection.
Sickle Cell Crisis Pathophysiology
Sickled erythrocytes obstruct microvasculcreation, causing tissue ischemia and severe
pain
.
Acute Chest Syndrome Signs in Sickle Cell
New fever, chest pain, dyspnea, hypoxemia, cough, and wheezing require immediate
oxygenation support and escalation.
Tasks Appropriately Delegated to UAP
