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1. A patient has been on high-dose corticosteroid therapy for the treatment of lupus erythematosus. In addition to monitoring electrolyte levels, which laboratory studies will the nurse monitor? a. Complete blood count b. Partial thromboplastin time c. Liver function panel d. Blood glucose levels ANS: D Corticosteroid therapy may induce hyperglycemia, particularly in prediabetic or diabetic patients. All patients must be monitored for the development of hyperglycemia, particularly duri...

1. Which medication is used to treat hyperthyroidism? a. Levothyroxine (Synthroid) b. Liotrix (Thyrolar) c. Propylthiouracil (Propacil) d. Liothyronine (Cytomel) ANS: C Propylthiouracil is an antithyroid agent used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. Levothyroxine, liotrix, and liothyronine are used to treat hypothyroidism. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 577 OBJ: 2 TOP: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC: NCLEX Client Needs Category: Physiological Integrity NOT: CONC...

1. What occurs with mania associated with bipolar disorder? a. Varying degrees of sadness b. Distinct episodes of elation c. Suicide d. Psychomotor retardation ANS: B Mania is characterized by distinct episodes of euphoria and elation. Sadness is characteristic of depression. Suicide is not generally associated with mania; it is more commonly associated with depression. Psychomotor retardation is not associated with mania. DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 230 OBJ: 1 TOP: N...

Health Assessment for Nursing Practice 7th Edition by Wilson Test Bank - Your Complete Guide

1. A patient who has just begun taking an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor calls the nurse and reports feeling very dizzy when standing up and asks if the medication should be discontinued. What is the nurse’s best response? a. “Stop taking the medication immediately.” b. “Rise to a sitting or standing position slowly; your symptoms will resolve.” c. “I will schedule you to visit the health care provider today.” d. “Cut the pill in half and take a reduced dosag...

Health Assessment for Nursing Practice 7th Edition by Wilson Test Bank - Your Complete Guide

1. The nurse is assessing a patient who is complaining of hearing voices. What is this patient experiencing? a. Delusions b. Flight of ideas c. Disorganized thinking d. Hallucinations ANS: D Hallucinations are false sensory perceptions that are experienced without an external stimulus but seem real to the patient. Auditory hallucinations are prominent in a schizophrenic patient. Additional sensory hallucinations include those of touch, sight, smell, and body sensation. Delusions are fa...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A patient received the evening dose of Lispro subcutaneously at 16:30. What time will symptoms of hypoglycemia likely occur? a. 19:00 b. 18:30 c. 01:30 d. 06:00 ANS: B The most rapid-acting insulin, Lispro, peaks within 1 to 2 hours after administration. The peak time of insulin is when patients would most likely exhibit symptoms of hypoglycemia, particularly if they have inadequate dietary intake. The time of 19:00 would be past the peak of action and after signs o...

5. How soon will diuresis be expected to occur after the nurse has administered 20 mg of furosemide (Lasix) intravenously (IV) to a patient with heart failure? a. As soon as injected b. Within 10 minutes c. After 2 hours d. After 4 hours ANS: B The onset of diuresis following IV furosemide administration is 5 to 10 minutes after administration. The diuretic effect peaks within 30 minutes and lasts approximately 2 hours. DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 436 OBJ: 5 TOP: Nurs...

1. A patient has been on high-dose corticosteroid therapy for the treatment of lupus erythematosus. In addition to monitoring electrolyte levels, which laboratory studies will the nurse monitor? a. Complete blood count b. Partial thromboplastin time c. Liver function panel d. Blood glucose levels ANS: D Corticosteroid therapy may induce hyperglycemia, particularly in prediabetic or diabetic patients. All patients must be monitored for the development of hyperglycemia, particularly duri...