HONDROS NUR 155 EXAM 1 LATEST UPDATED REAL
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1. A nurse is assessing a patient with fluid volume
deficit. Which finding would the nurse expect?
A) Bounding pulse
B) Crackles in the lungs
C) Orthostatic hypotension
D) Jugular vein distention
,Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension occurs with
fluid volume deficit due to decreased circulating
blood volume. Bounding pulse, crackles, and
jugular vein distention are signs of fluid volume
excess.
2. A patient's serum potassium level is 3.1 mEq/L.
Which clinical manifestation should the nurse
anticipate?
A) Peaked T waves
B) Muscle weakness
C) Oliguria
D) Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes
Rationale: Hypokalemia (normal 3.5-5.0 mEq/L)
causes muscle weakness, fatigue, and
hyporeflexia. Peaked T waves and oliguria are
associated with hyperkalemia.
3. The nurse is caring for a patient with
hyponatremia. Which intervention is the priority?
A) Administer potassium supplements
B) Implement seizure precautions
C) Restrict fluid intake
,D) Encourage high-sodium foods
Rationale: Severe hyponatremia can lead to
cerebral edema and seizures. Seizure precautions
are a safety priority. Fluid restriction and sodium
replacement depend on the type and cause of
hyponatremia.
4. A patient receiving furosemide has a potassium
level of 3.2 mEq/L. Which food should the nurse
encourage?
A) White bread
B) Apple juice
C) Egg whites
D) Baked potato
Rationale: Baked potato with skin is high in
potassium. A patient with hypokalemia should
increase dietary potassium. White bread, apple
juice, and egg whites are low in potassium.
5. The nurse is teaching a patient about calcium
supplements. Which statement indicates
understanding?
A) "I will take my calcium supplement with iron for
, better absorption."
B) "I should avoid taking calcium with vitamin D."
C) "I will take my calcium supplement with meals
to reduce stomach upset."
D) "I should limit my fluid intake when taking
calcium."
Rationale: Calcium can cause gastrointestinal
upset, so taking it with food helps reduce
irritation. Calcium and iron compete for absorption
and should not be taken together. Vitamin D
enhances calcium absorption.
6. A patient with hypermagnesemia would likely
exhibit which finding?
A) Hyperactive bowel sounds
B) Tachycardia
C) Decreased deep tendon reflexes
D) Tremors
Rationale: Hypermagnesemia depresses
neuromuscular function, leading to decreased
deep tendon reflexes, bradycardia, and
hypotension. Increased reflexes and tremors occur
with hypomagnesemia.
FINAL PRACTICE EXAM PREP WITH ALL POSSIBLE
COMPLETE DETAILED 100 PRACTICE QUESTIONS
AND 100% CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS FULLY
SOLVED WITH CERTIFIED RATIONALES PLUS
ANSWER KEY 2026-2027 UPDATED VERSION BEST
RATED A+ GUARANTEED SUCCESS
1. A nurse is assessing a patient with fluid volume
deficit. Which finding would the nurse expect?
A) Bounding pulse
B) Crackles in the lungs
C) Orthostatic hypotension
D) Jugular vein distention
,Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension occurs with
fluid volume deficit due to decreased circulating
blood volume. Bounding pulse, crackles, and
jugular vein distention are signs of fluid volume
excess.
2. A patient's serum potassium level is 3.1 mEq/L.
Which clinical manifestation should the nurse
anticipate?
A) Peaked T waves
B) Muscle weakness
C) Oliguria
D) Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes
Rationale: Hypokalemia (normal 3.5-5.0 mEq/L)
causes muscle weakness, fatigue, and
hyporeflexia. Peaked T waves and oliguria are
associated with hyperkalemia.
3. The nurse is caring for a patient with
hyponatremia. Which intervention is the priority?
A) Administer potassium supplements
B) Implement seizure precautions
C) Restrict fluid intake
,D) Encourage high-sodium foods
Rationale: Severe hyponatremia can lead to
cerebral edema and seizures. Seizure precautions
are a safety priority. Fluid restriction and sodium
replacement depend on the type and cause of
hyponatremia.
4. A patient receiving furosemide has a potassium
level of 3.2 mEq/L. Which food should the nurse
encourage?
A) White bread
B) Apple juice
C) Egg whites
D) Baked potato
Rationale: Baked potato with skin is high in
potassium. A patient with hypokalemia should
increase dietary potassium. White bread, apple
juice, and egg whites are low in potassium.
5. The nurse is teaching a patient about calcium
supplements. Which statement indicates
understanding?
A) "I will take my calcium supplement with iron for
, better absorption."
B) "I should avoid taking calcium with vitamin D."
C) "I will take my calcium supplement with meals
to reduce stomach upset."
D) "I should limit my fluid intake when taking
calcium."
Rationale: Calcium can cause gastrointestinal
upset, so taking it with food helps reduce
irritation. Calcium and iron compete for absorption
and should not be taken together. Vitamin D
enhances calcium absorption.
6. A patient with hypermagnesemia would likely
exhibit which finding?
A) Hyperactive bowel sounds
B) Tachycardia
C) Decreased deep tendon reflexes
D) Tremors
Rationale: Hypermagnesemia depresses
neuromuscular function, leading to decreased
deep tendon reflexes, bradycardia, and
hypotension. Increased reflexes and tremors occur
with hypomagnesemia.
