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1. Phototherapy for Newborn Question: A nurse is caring for a newborn who is under phototherapy lights. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action? a) Ensure eye shield is covering the eyes b) Apply lotion to exposed skin c) Offer glucose water between feedings d) Discontinue breast-feeding during treatment Correct Answer: a) Ensure eye shield is covering the eyes Rationale: Phototherapy can cause damage to the newborn’s eyes, so eye protection is essential. Applying lotion is contraindicated, and breastfeeding should continue. 2. Acute Compartment Syndrome Question: A nurse is assessing a client who has a long arm cast. Which of the following findings is indicative of acute compartment syndrome? a) Shortness of breath b) Petechiae c) Change in mental status d) Edema Correct Answer: d) Edema Rationale: Edema can be an early sign of compartment syndrome, especially when accompanied by pain and decreased perfusion distal to the cast. 3. Conscious Sedation with Midazolam Question: A client receiving moderate (conscious) sedation with midazolam has a respiratory rate of 9/min and is not responding to commands. Which action should the nurse take? a) Place the client in a prone position b) Implement positive pressure ventilation c) Perform nasopharyngeal suctioning d) Administer flumazenil Correct Answer: d) Administer flumazenil Rationale: Flumazenil is a benzodiazepine antagonist that reverses the effects of midazolam and is used in cases of respiratory depression. 4. Client Confidentiality Breach Question: A nurse overhears assistive personnel discussing a client by name in the cafeteria. What should the nurse do first? a) Report the AP's behavior to the supervisor b) Complete an incident report c) Provide written information on confidentiality d) Tell the AP to discontinue the conversation Correct Answer: d) Tell the AP to discontinue the conversation Rationale: Immediate action is required to stop the breach of confidentiality. Other actions may follow but the priority is to halt the discussion. 5. Health Screening Education Question: A community health nurse is teaching adults about health screenings. African American males are almost twice as likely as Caucasians to experience which condition? a) Testicular cancer b) Obesity c) Stroke d) Melanoma Correct Answer: c) Stroke Rationale: African American men have a higher incidence and risk of complications from stroke compared to other demographics. 6. Sprained Ankle Treatment Question: A nurse is caring for a client who sprained his ankle 12 hours ago. Which provider prescription should the nurse question? a) Elevate the extremity on two pillows b) Apply heat to the affected extremity for 45 minutes on/45 minutes off c) Wrap the affected extremity with a compression dressing d) Assess sensation, movement, and pulse every 4 hours Correct Answer: b) Apply heat to the affected extremity for 45 minutes on/45 minutes off Rationale: Heat should not be applied within the first 24–48 hours of injury as it increases swelling. Cold therapy is recommended early on. 7. Hepatic Encephalopathy Diet Question: Which food selection by a client with hepatic encephalopathy indicates understanding of dietary teaching? a) A sandwich and milkshake b) Rice with black beans c) Cottage cheese and tuna lettuce d) Three-egg omelet with low-sodium ham Correct Answer: b) Rice with black beans Rationale: This is a low-protein, high-carbohydrate option, appropriate for hepatic encephalopathy to reduce ammonia production. 8. Radiation Implant Precaution Question: A client has a sealed radiation implant and will remain in the hospital for one week. What should the nurse include in the plan of care? a) Remove dirty linens after double-bagging b) Wear a dosimeter film badge in the client’s room c) Limit client visitors to one hour per day d) Ensure family members stay 3 feet from the client Correct Answer: b) Wear a dosimeter film badge in the client’s room Rationale: A dosimeter tracks radiation exposure. Time, distance, and shielding are all key for staff safety. 9. Priority Client Assessment Question: A nurse is caring for four clients. Which should be seen first? a) Client beginning chemotherapy b) Post-appendectomy client with diminished bowel sounds c) Hypothyroid client who is stuporous d) Burn client requiring a sterile dressing change Correct Answer: c) Hypothyroid client who is stuporous Rationale: Stupor in hypothyroidism may indicate myxedema coma, a medical emergency. 10. Bacterial Meningitis in Adolescents Question: What is an appropriate nursing intervention for an adolescent admitted with bacterial meningitis? a) Initiate droplet precautions b) Assist client to supine position c) Perform Glasgow Coma Scale every 24 hours d) Recommend prophylactic acyclovir for family Correct Answer: a) Initiate droplet precautions Rationale: Bacterial meningitis is contagious and requires droplet precautions to prevent spread. 11. Ileostomy Education Question: Which client statement indicates correct understanding of ileostomy care? a) "I’ll ensure my medications are enteric-coated." b) "My stoma will drain liquid fluid continuously." c) "I’ll change my pouch system every two weeks." d) "My stoma size will stay the same after it heals." Correct Answer: b) My stoma will drain liquid fluid continuously Rationale: An ileostomy produces continuous, liquid stool as it bypasses the colon. 12. Contraindication for Oral Contraceptives Question: Which finding is a contraindication for combination oral contraceptives? a) Thyroid disease b) Penicillin allergy c) Impaired liver function d) Abnormal blood glucose Correct Answer: c) Impaired liver function Rationale: Estrogen metabolism is affected in liver disease, increasing risk for complications. 13. Montelukast Education Question: Which statement indicates understanding of montelukast therapy for asthma? a) "I’ll use this for asthma attacks." b) "I’ll take it before I exercise." c) "I’ll take it for 10 days then stop." d) "This helps reduce swelling and mucus." Correct Answer: d) This helps decrease swelling and mucus production Rationale: Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for long-term inflammation control.