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TEST BANK FOR ADULT HEALTH NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS WITH RATIONALES A nurse is monitoring a client who is taking spironolactone for the treatment of hypertension. Which findings denote adverse effects of the medication? Select all that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER -Tall T waves Prolonged PR interval Hyperactive bowel sounds Rationale: Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic. Potassium-sparing diuretics can cause hyperkalemia. Cardiovascular manifestations of hyperkalemia include t...

ADULT HEALTH NURSING HESI ELABORATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS A central venous catheter has been inserted via a jugular vein, and a radiograph has confirmed placement of the catheter. A prescription has been received for a medication STAT, but IV fluids have not yet been started. Which action should the nurse take prior to administering the prescribed medication? A. Assess for signs of jugular venous distention. B. Obtain the needed intravenous solution. C. Flush the line with hepari...

TEST BANK FOR ADULT HEALTH NURSING COMPLEX EXAM QUESTIONS The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with hypovolemic shock. The nurse palpates thready brachial pulses but is unable to auscultate a blood pressure. What is the best nursing action? A) Assess the blood pressure by Doppler B) Estimate the systolic pressure as 60 mm Hg C) Obtain an electronic blood pressure monitor D) Record the BP as "not assessable" - CORRECT ANSWER -A -- Auscultated blood pressures in shock may be ...

TEST BANK FOR ADULT HEALTH NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS A client is seen in an urgent care clinic for a broken leg which was splinted and client sent home. The client called their primary care health care provider to find out what should be done after the injury. The doctor directed the client to the emergency room where an orthopedic surgeon was consulted and performed surgery to place a pin in the leg. What kind of care was provided to this client when care was transferred ...

TEST BANK FOR ADULT HEALTH NURSING UPGRADED EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS The nurse on the neurological unit is positioning a client who had a stroke two days ago and had leftsided hemiparesis. Which of the following actions by the nurse would be appropriate? Select all that apply. a. Positioning a rolled washcloth in the client's left hand b. Placing a foam abduction wedge between the client's legs c. Grasping the client's left arm to pull the client from supine to a right side-ly...

FINAL EXAMS FOR ADULT HEALTH NURSING (HESI) An elderly patient has been put on a potentially toxic drug for treatment of arthritis. The patient and family have expressed concern about the drug. What is the nurse's responsibility in this particular situation? - CORRECT ANSWER -provide information so that the patient can decide whether to accept or refuse the treatment The nurse is caring for a patient whose daughter wishes to pursue a career in nursing. The daughter wants to enroll in...

EVERY test bank/study guide question for Adult Health Exam 3 1. What is an ability that is a primary difference in the skills of a certified critical care nurse compared with nurses certified in medical-surgical nursing? a. Diagnose and treat life-threatening diseases b. Detect and manage early complications of health problems c. Provide intensive psychologic support to the patient and family d. Use advanced technology to assess and maintain physiologic function 1. d. One of the primary c...

Chapter 01: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Cooper: Adult Health Nursing, 8th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The anatomic term means toward the midline. a. anterior b. posterior c. medial d. cranial ANS: C The term medial indicates an anatomic direction toward the midline. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 1 OBJ: 2 TOP: Anatomic terminology KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity 2. What are the smallest living components in our body? a. Cell...

ailure has participated in a family meeting with the interdisciplinary team and opted for hospice care. On what belief should the patients care in this setting be based? A) Meaningful living during terminal illness requires technologic interventions. B) Meaningful living during terminal illness is best supported in designated facilities. C) Meaningful living during terminal illness is best supported in the home. D) Meaningful living during terminal illness is best achieved by prolonging ...

ADULT HEALTH NURSING (UNIT ONE) EXAM TEST BANK The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The patient has been receiving high-flow oxygen therapy for an extended time. What symptoms should the nurse anticipate if the patient were experiencing oxygen toxicity? A) Bradycardia and frontal headache B) Dyspnea and substernal pain C) Peripheral cyanosis and restlessness D) Hypotension and tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER -B Oxygen toxicity can occur when...