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1. Third spacing refers to: A. Fluid shifting into interstitial spaces where it is not usable B. Fluid in blood vessels C. Fluid in cells D. Urine output Correct Answer: A. Fluid shifting into interstitial spaces where it is not usable Rationale: e.g., ascites. 2. Chvostek's sign is elicited by: A. Inflating a BP cuff on the arm B. Checking deep tendon reflexes C. Tapping the facial nerve in front of the ear and observing twitching D. Pressing on the eyeball Correct Answer: C. Tap...

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1. Deep vein thrombosis after surgery is prevented by: A. Bed rest B. Early ambulation, compression devices and anticoagulants as ordered C. Massaging the calves D. Crossing legs Correct Answer: B. Early ambulation, compression devices and anticoagulants as ordered Rationale: Prophylaxis. 2. Wound dehiscence is: A. Protrusion of organs through the wound B. Separation of the wound edges C. Normal healing D. A blood clot Correct Answer: B. Separation of the wound edges Rationale: Part...

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Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Final Exam (Comprehensive) - Questions with Correct Answers 3 Exam (elaborations) Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Midterm Exam (Units 1-7) - Questions with Correct Answers 4 Exam (elaborations) Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Practice Test 1 (Units 1-7) - Qu

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Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Exam 3- Questions with Correct Answers 2 Exam (elaborations) Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Final Exam (Comprehensive) - Questions with Correct Answers 3 Exam (elaborations) Galen NUR 170 Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Midterm Exam (Units 1-7) - Questions with Correct A

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1. A hypertonic IV solution such as 3% NaCl is used for: A. Dehydration with hypernatremia B. Routine maintenance C. Severe symptomatic hyponatremia D. Burns only Correct Answer: C. Severe symptomatic hyponatremia Rationale: Pulls water from cells. 2. Clients taking digoxin are at greater risk for toxicity if they have: A. Hyperkalemia B. Hypernatremia C. Hypokalemia D. Hypercalcemia only Correct Answer: C. Hypokalemia Rationale: Low K increases toxicity. 3. Normal adult urine outp...

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1. Hypernatremia is often associated with: A. Fluid overload B. SIADH C. Excess water intake D. Dehydration and thirst Correct Answer: D. Dehydration and thirst Rationale: Water deficit. 2. Lactated Ringer's solution is: A. Hypotonic B. Hypertonic C. Colloid D. Isotonic Correct Answer: D. Isotonic Rationale: Isotonic crystalloid. 3. Clients at risk for hypocalcemia include those who: A. Take calcium supplements B. Have bone cancer C. Have had thyroid or parathyroid surgery D...

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1. Signs of upper GI bleeding include: A. Hematemesis, coffee-ground emesis and black tarry stools B. Bright red stool always C. Clay-colored stool D. Green stool Correct Answer: A. Hematemesis, coffee-ground emesis and black tarry stools Rationale: Upper GI. 2. Pancreatic enzymes should be taken: A. At bedtime only B. With meals and snacks C. Without food D. Once a week Correct Answer: B. With meals and snacks Rationale: Digestion. 3. Cholecystitis pain is often: A. Right upper q...

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1. A client with a sodium of 125 mEq/L and confusion should first be placed on: A. Fluid bolus of hypotonic solution B. High-potassium diet C. Seizure and safety precautions D. Bed rest only Correct Answer: C. Seizure and safety precautions Rationale: Safety. 2. Intake and output measurements include: A. Only oral fluids B. Only urine C. All fluids taken in and all output such as urine, drainage and emesis D. Only IV fluids Correct Answer: C. All fluids taken in and all output such a...

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1. Before administering IV magnesium sulfate, the nurse should assess: A. Deep tendon reflexes and respiratory rate B. Blood glucose only C. Pupil size only D. Hearing Correct Answer: A. Deep tendon reflexes and respiratory rate Rationale: Toxicity monitoring. 2. A weight gain of 1 kg (2.2 lb) in 24 hours represents approximately: A. 100 mL B. 500 mL C. 5 liters D. 1 liter of fluid Correct Answer: D. 1 liter of fluid Rationale: Fluid retention. 3. Hypomagnesemia may cause: A. Hypo...

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