A client is receiving a daily prescription for furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg PO, but is unable
to swallow. The practical nurse (PN) should consult with the healthcare provider about
which component of the prescription?
A. Time of dose
B. Prescribed dosage
C. The route of administration
D. Available generic drug
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C. The route of administration
An older male client who is incontinent receives a prescription for a condom catheter.
Which step(s) should the practical nurse implement when applying the external
catheter? (select all that apply)
,A.Wrap the adhesive strip in a spiral around the penis.
B. Shave perineal areas before beginning
C. Apply skin prep to the penile shaft and allow to dry.
D. Leave 1 to 2 inches between the tip of the penis and condom catheter.
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A.Wrap the adhesive strip in a spiral around the penis.
C.Apply skin prep to the penile shaft and allow to dry.
D. Leave 1 to 2 inches between the tip of the penis and condom catheter.
Spiral application of adhesive strip minimizes risk of constricting blood flow
t penis. Skin prep ensures condom adhesion and prevents leakage.
Adequate space allows urine to drain.
The male client who is 2 days postoperative for exploratory abdominal surgery is
ambulating in the hall with the practical nurse (PN). The client tells the PN, "I think
something in my incision just let go." which action should the PN implement first?
A. Notify HCP
B. Assist client to supine position
C. Instruct client to avoid deep breathing
D. Request abd binder from coworker
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B. Assist client to supine position
"Letting go" = dehiscence, and client should be placed in supine position to
minimize suture line stress, by displacing force of gravity and causing
evisceration
The practical nurse (PN) contacts the healthcare provider about an older client who is
agitated and aggressive with the staff. Which reason should the PN use to request a
,prescription for wrist restraints?
A. To decrease client's agitation and acting-out behaviors
B. To provide an effective way to reduce falls when client is alone
C. To protect client and reduce the likelihood of lawsuits
D. To ensure the client's safety when the benefits outweigh the risk
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D. To ensure the client's safety when the benefits outweigh the risk.
A client with gastroenteritis, nausea, and vomiting is currently on Nothing by mouth
(NPO) status. The healthcare provider prescribes oral intake to be advanced as
tolerated. Which fluid should the practical nurse offer first?
A. Tea
B. Broth
C. Water
D. Soda
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C. Water
Water or ice chips are the first choices of clear fluids for rehydration by
mouth
The practical nurse (PN) is irrigation a client's indwelling urinary catheter, After
injection normal saline as prescribed, what action should the PN implement?
A. Massage client's bladder for 30-45 sec
B. Keep tubing clamped for 30-45 min
, C. Unclamp tubing and lower collection bag
D. Ask client to take deep breath and hold it
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C. Unclamp tubing and lower collection bag
Immediately after irrigating a urinary cath, the tubing should be unclamped
and the collection bag should be lowered below level of the bladder for
proper drainage
Which food should the practical nurse (PN) recommend to a client as a source of
complete protein?
A. Oats
B. Eggs
C. Lentils
D. Peanuts
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B. Eggs
Sources of complete protein are animal based
The practical nurse is administering scheduled morning medications to a client who
states, I haven't seen that pill before. Are you sure it's correct? Which action should
the PN take?
A. Verify the prescription before administrating the medication.
B. Withhold the dose to confirm its use with the healthcare provider.
C. Reassure the client that the medication is prescribed for a reason.
D. Check with the pharmacy to ensure the dispensed medication is correct.
to swallow. The practical nurse (PN) should consult with the healthcare provider about
which component of the prescription?
A. Time of dose
B. Prescribed dosage
C. The route of administration
D. Available generic drug
Give this one a try later!
C. The route of administration
An older male client who is incontinent receives a prescription for a condom catheter.
Which step(s) should the practical nurse implement when applying the external
catheter? (select all that apply)
,A.Wrap the adhesive strip in a spiral around the penis.
B. Shave perineal areas before beginning
C. Apply skin prep to the penile shaft and allow to dry.
D. Leave 1 to 2 inches between the tip of the penis and condom catheter.
Give this one a try later!
A.Wrap the adhesive strip in a spiral around the penis.
C.Apply skin prep to the penile shaft and allow to dry.
D. Leave 1 to 2 inches between the tip of the penis and condom catheter.
Spiral application of adhesive strip minimizes risk of constricting blood flow
t penis. Skin prep ensures condom adhesion and prevents leakage.
Adequate space allows urine to drain.
The male client who is 2 days postoperative for exploratory abdominal surgery is
ambulating in the hall with the practical nurse (PN). The client tells the PN, "I think
something in my incision just let go." which action should the PN implement first?
A. Notify HCP
B. Assist client to supine position
C. Instruct client to avoid deep breathing
D. Request abd binder from coworker
Give this one a try later!
B. Assist client to supine position
"Letting go" = dehiscence, and client should be placed in supine position to
minimize suture line stress, by displacing force of gravity and causing
evisceration
The practical nurse (PN) contacts the healthcare provider about an older client who is
agitated and aggressive with the staff. Which reason should the PN use to request a
,prescription for wrist restraints?
A. To decrease client's agitation and acting-out behaviors
B. To provide an effective way to reduce falls when client is alone
C. To protect client and reduce the likelihood of lawsuits
D. To ensure the client's safety when the benefits outweigh the risk
Give this one a try later!
D. To ensure the client's safety when the benefits outweigh the risk.
A client with gastroenteritis, nausea, and vomiting is currently on Nothing by mouth
(NPO) status. The healthcare provider prescribes oral intake to be advanced as
tolerated. Which fluid should the practical nurse offer first?
A. Tea
B. Broth
C. Water
D. Soda
Give this one a try later!
C. Water
Water or ice chips are the first choices of clear fluids for rehydration by
mouth
The practical nurse (PN) is irrigation a client's indwelling urinary catheter, After
injection normal saline as prescribed, what action should the PN implement?
A. Massage client's bladder for 30-45 sec
B. Keep tubing clamped for 30-45 min
, C. Unclamp tubing and lower collection bag
D. Ask client to take deep breath and hold it
Give this one a try later!
C. Unclamp tubing and lower collection bag
Immediately after irrigating a urinary cath, the tubing should be unclamped
and the collection bag should be lowered below level of the bladder for
proper drainage
Which food should the practical nurse (PN) recommend to a client as a source of
complete protein?
A. Oats
B. Eggs
C. Lentils
D. Peanuts
Give this one a try later!
B. Eggs
Sources of complete protein are animal based
The practical nurse is administering scheduled morning medications to a client who
states, I haven't seen that pill before. Are you sure it's correct? Which action should
the PN take?
A. Verify the prescription before administrating the medication.
B. Withhold the dose to confirm its use with the healthcare provider.
C. Reassure the client that the medication is prescribed for a reason.
D. Check with the pharmacy to ensure the dispensed medication is correct.
