NURS 302 module 1 practice Questions with
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Which of the following nursing assessment findings are consistent with alcohol
withdrawal?
A. Patient is diaphoretic, constipated, cannot eat his lunch, p = 70, BP = 140/85, T =
101°F
B. Patient is agitated and tremulous, p = 100, BP = 110/70, T = 101°F
C. Patient is disoriented when awake, sleeping on and off throughout the shift, skin
cool and dry, T = 98.4°F
D. Patient is vomiting, tremulous, having difficulty sleeping, p = 100, BP = 160/95, T =
99°F Ans: D. Patient is vomiting, tremulous, having difficulty sleeping, p = 100, BP =
160/95, T = 99°F
The nurse would expect to find which of the following diagnostic criteria in a patient
with a substance use disorder? Select all that apply.
A. Cravings
B. Tolerance
C. Conditioning
D. Withdrawal
,E. Genetics Ans: A. Cravings
B. Tolerance
D. Withdrawal
Which of the following complications would the nurse expect to find with cirrhosis of
the liver? Select all that apply.
A. Gastritis
B. Ascites
C. Hepatic encephalopathy
D. Esophageal varices
E. Portal hypotension Ans: A. Gastritis
B. Ascites
C. Hepatic encephalopathy
D. Esophageal varices
E. Portal hypotension
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,You suspect a newborn has fetal alcohol syndrome, but the mother has denied alcohol
use during pregnancy. What should the nurse assess for in the newborn? Select all that
apply.
A. Larger head circumference
B. Thick upper lip
C. Short nose
D. Small midface
E. Low nasal bridge Ans: C. Short nose
D. Small midface
E. Low nasal bridge
Which of the following is true in regard to anxiolytics? Select all that apply.
A. Multiple anxiolytics used together can cause excessive sedation and even death.
B. Anxiolytics have the potential for abuse.
C. Anxiolytics can cause other similar medications to work more effectively.
D. Anxiolytics can cause a psychological need for the substance.
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, E. Anxiolytics should be avoided in alcohol withdrawal Ans: A. Multiple anxiolytics
used together can cause excessive sedation and even death.
B. Anxiolytics have the potential for abuse.
C. Anxiolytics can cause other similar medications to work more effectively.
D. Anxiolytics can cause a psychological need for the substance.
Can you differentiate the substance-related and addictive disorders? Drag and drop
relevant clinical manifestations, assessment findings, and other pertinent data for each
disorder.
Characteristics of codependency:
A. Relinquishes personal identity
B. Sets clear boundaries
C. Forgoes own needs to take care of others
D. Never feels good enough
E. Does not need approval from others
F. Usually happy with oneself
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Detailed Verified Answers
Which of the following nursing assessment findings are consistent with alcohol
withdrawal?
A. Patient is diaphoretic, constipated, cannot eat his lunch, p = 70, BP = 140/85, T =
101°F
B. Patient is agitated and tremulous, p = 100, BP = 110/70, T = 101°F
C. Patient is disoriented when awake, sleeping on and off throughout the shift, skin
cool and dry, T = 98.4°F
D. Patient is vomiting, tremulous, having difficulty sleeping, p = 100, BP = 160/95, T =
99°F Ans: D. Patient is vomiting, tremulous, having difficulty sleeping, p = 100, BP =
160/95, T = 99°F
The nurse would expect to find which of the following diagnostic criteria in a patient
with a substance use disorder? Select all that apply.
A. Cravings
B. Tolerance
C. Conditioning
D. Withdrawal
,E. Genetics Ans: A. Cravings
B. Tolerance
D. Withdrawal
Which of the following complications would the nurse expect to find with cirrhosis of
the liver? Select all that apply.
A. Gastritis
B. Ascites
C. Hepatic encephalopathy
D. Esophageal varices
E. Portal hypotension Ans: A. Gastritis
B. Ascites
C. Hepatic encephalopathy
D. Esophageal varices
E. Portal hypotension
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,You suspect a newborn has fetal alcohol syndrome, but the mother has denied alcohol
use during pregnancy. What should the nurse assess for in the newborn? Select all that
apply.
A. Larger head circumference
B. Thick upper lip
C. Short nose
D. Small midface
E. Low nasal bridge Ans: C. Short nose
D. Small midface
E. Low nasal bridge
Which of the following is true in regard to anxiolytics? Select all that apply.
A. Multiple anxiolytics used together can cause excessive sedation and even death.
B. Anxiolytics have the potential for abuse.
C. Anxiolytics can cause other similar medications to work more effectively.
D. Anxiolytics can cause a psychological need for the substance.
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, E. Anxiolytics should be avoided in alcohol withdrawal Ans: A. Multiple anxiolytics
used together can cause excessive sedation and even death.
B. Anxiolytics have the potential for abuse.
C. Anxiolytics can cause other similar medications to work more effectively.
D. Anxiolytics can cause a psychological need for the substance.
Can you differentiate the substance-related and addictive disorders? Drag and drop
relevant clinical manifestations, assessment findings, and other pertinent data for each
disorder.
Characteristics of codependency:
A. Relinquishes personal identity
B. Sets clear boundaries
C. Forgoes own needs to take care of others
D. Never feels good enough
E. Does not need approval from others
F. Usually happy with oneself
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