NUR 2539 COGNITION

NUR 2539 COGNITION COGNITION Question 1 See full question 28s A client who's scheduled for open-heart surgery in 2 days has been having circulation problems in the feet and legs. The physician orders antiembolism stockings. The nurse is teaching the client about this treatment. What is the purpose of antiembolism stockings? You Selected:  To reduce or prevent edema of the legs and feet Correct response:  To reduce or prevent edema of the legs and feet Explanation: Remediation: Question 2 See full question 13s A client with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "My intestines are rotted from the worms chewing on them." This statement indicates a: You Selected:  somatic delusion. Correct response:  somatic delusion. Explanation: Remediation: Question 3 See full question 25s A client who has been arrested eight times in the past year for driving under the influence is admitted for alcohol treatment by judicial mandate. Which statement is most suggestive of alcohol dependence? You Selected:  "I never drink alone, so I don't have a problem." Correct response:  "I never drink alone, so I don't have a problem." Explanation: Remediation: Question 4 See full question 19s In group therapy, a client who has used I.V. heroin every day for the past 14 years says, "I don't have a drug problem. I can quit whenever I want. I've done it before." Which defense mechanism is the client using? You Selected:  Denial Correct response:  Denial Explanation: Question 5 See full question 17s A client is admitted for detoxification following a cocaine overdose. The client tells the nurse that he frequently uses cocaine but can control his use if he chooses. Which coping mechanism is the client using? You Selected:  Denial Correct response:  Denial Explanation: Question 6 See full question 22s The client with bipolar disorder, manic phase, appears at the nurse's station wearing a transparent shirt, miniskirt, high heels, 10 bracelets, and eight necklaces. Her makeup is overdone and she is not wearing underwear. The nurse should: You Selected:  Escort the client to her room and assist with choosing appropriate attire. Correct response:  Escort the client to her room and assist with choosing appropriate attire. Explanation: Remediation: Question 7 See full question 19s A client has a total hip replacement. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further teaching before discharge? You Selected:  "I can't wait to take a tub bath when I get home." Correct response:  "I can't wait to take a tub bath when I get home." Explanation: Remediation: Question 8 See full question 13s Which statement indicates the client understands the expected course of Ménière's disease? You Selected:  "Control of the episodes is usually possible, but a cure is not yet available." Correct response:  "Control of the episodes is usually possible, but a cure is not yet available." Explanation: Remediation: Question 9 See full question 12s Which type of surgery is most likely to cause the client to experience postoperative nausea and vomiting? You Selected:  abdominal hysterectomy Correct response:  abdominal hysterectomy Explanation: Remediation: Question 10 See full question 24s The nurse is caring for a client who is confused about time and place. The client has intravenous fluid infusing. The nurse attempts to reorient the client, but the client remains unable to demonstrate appropriate use of the call light. In order to maintain client safety, what should the nurse do first? You Selected:  Increase the frequency of client observation. Correct response:  Increase the frequency of client observation. Explanation: Remediation: ....Continued....