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MDC 2 EXAM 1-WELL REVISED
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
The nurse is working on a burn unit, and an acutely ill client is exhibiting signs and
symptoms of third spacing. Based on this change in status, the nurse should
expect the client to exhibit signs and symptoms of which imbalance. - correct-
answer -hypovolemia
A client with a strong family history of breast cancer is considering genetic testing
for
BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. The client expresses concern about the implications
of the test results. What is the nurse's best response to support the client's
decision-making process? - correct-answer -Inform the client about the potential
psychological impact of the test results
A client with a history of breast cancer treated with mastectomy and
chemotherapy five years ago presents with shortness of breath and a persistent
cough. A chest CT scan reveals a small nodule with no infiltrates in the lung. Which
step should the nurse anticipate as the next part of the client's care plan? -
correct-answer -Notify the physician for a referral to a pulmonologist for
bronchoscopy and biopsy of the lung nodule
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A nurse is working with a client who has chosen to enroll in hospice care. The
client's family is unfamiliar with the concept and has many questions. What
should the nurse explain as the primary focus of hospice care? - correct-answer -
To focus on quality of life and preparation for death without hastening death or
prolonging life
A nurse is assessing a group of clients for hospice services. The nurse should
recommend hospice care for which of the following clients? - correct-answer -A
client who has terminal cancer and needs assistance with pain management
A nurse is assessing the respiratory pattern of an older adult client who is
receiving end-of-life care. Which of the following assessment findings should the
nurse identify as Cheyne-Stokes respirations? - correct-answer -Breathing ranging
from very deep to very shallow with periods of apnea
A nurse provides a back massage as a comfort measure to a client who is
unconscious, grimacing, and restless. Which of the following findings should the
nurse identify as indicating a therapeutic response? Select all that apply. - correct-
answer -The facial muscles relax
The pulse is within the expected range
MDC 2 EXAM 1-WELL REVISED
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
The nurse is working on a burn unit, and an acutely ill client is exhibiting signs and
symptoms of third spacing. Based on this change in status, the nurse should
expect the client to exhibit signs and symptoms of which imbalance. - correct-
answer -hypovolemia
A client with a strong family history of breast cancer is considering genetic testing
for
BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. The client expresses concern about the implications
of the test results. What is the nurse's best response to support the client's
decision-making process? - correct-answer -Inform the client about the potential
psychological impact of the test results
A client with a history of breast cancer treated with mastectomy and
chemotherapy five years ago presents with shortness of breath and a persistent
cough. A chest CT scan reveals a small nodule with no infiltrates in the lung. Which
step should the nurse anticipate as the next part of the client's care plan? -
correct-answer -Notify the physician for a referral to a pulmonologist for
bronchoscopy and biopsy of the lung nodule
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A nurse is working with a client who has chosen to enroll in hospice care. The
client's family is unfamiliar with the concept and has many questions. What
should the nurse explain as the primary focus of hospice care? - correct-answer -
To focus on quality of life and preparation for death without hastening death or
prolonging life
A nurse is assessing a group of clients for hospice services. The nurse should
recommend hospice care for which of the following clients? - correct-answer -A
client who has terminal cancer and needs assistance with pain management
A nurse is assessing the respiratory pattern of an older adult client who is
receiving end-of-life care. Which of the following assessment findings should the
nurse identify as Cheyne-Stokes respirations? - correct-answer -Breathing ranging
from very deep to very shallow with periods of apnea
A nurse provides a back massage as a comfort measure to a client who is
unconscious, grimacing, and restless. Which of the following findings should the
nurse identify as indicating a therapeutic response? Select all that apply. - correct-
answer -The facial muscles relax
The pulse is within the expected range
