Pearson Practice Exam 1 GRADED A 2023/2024 LATEST VERSION 150 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Pearson Practice Exam 1 GRADED A 2023/2024 LATEST VERSION 150 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. The nurse has taught a client who is receiving prescribed alendronate. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply. a. "I will take alendronate 1/2 hour before I eat breakfast. b. "I should avoid weight-bearing exercises while taking alendronate." c. "I should discontinue alendronate if I experience nausea or vomiting." d. "I will need to remain in an upright position for 30 minutes after I take alendronate. e. "I should notify my primary health care provider if I experience difficulty swallowing while taking alendronate." 2. The nurse has taught a client who is prescribed a low-sodium diet about appropriate food choices. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? a. "I will eat steamed, fresh broccoli with herbs and spices for an evening meal. b. "I will add cottage cheese and other dairy products to my daily diet. c. "I am glad I can still enjoy eating cereals, such as bran flakes with raisins." d. "I am glad I can eat lean meats daily because I eat ham sandwiches for an afternoon meal." 3. The nurse has observed a staff member tell a client with bipolar disorder that there will be consequences for making negative comments about conditions in the facility. When the nurse meets privately with the staff member, which of the following statements would be most appropriate for the nurse to make to the staff member? a. "Threatening a client can result in the immediate dismissal of a staff member." b. "Staff members who have difficulty with control issues often seek power over clients." c. "Clients have a right to complain about services without fear of punishment." d. "Staff should set limits with clients in a non-judgmental manner." 4. The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral venous access device (VAD) for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Ask the client to open and close the fist multiple times. b. Tap the client's vein multiple times to promote dilation. c. Apply the tourniquet 9 to 10 in (22.5 to 25 cm) above the venipuncture site. d. Palpate for a vein after cleansing the selected site. 5. The nurse is caring for assigned clients. Which of the following clients would be at increased risk for the skin wound shown below? Select all that apply.