1 of 112
Term
The nurse is caring for a patient with esophageal cancer who has
received photodynamic therapy using porfimer sodium (Photofrin).
What instructions does the nurse include in teaching the patient
about porfimer sodium?
Select all that apply.
A. Avoid sunlight for 2 weeks.
B. Cover or shield all exposed body areas from sunlight.
C. Follow a clear liquid diet for 3 to 5 days after the procedure.
D. Monitor for hypertension.
E. Tissue particles may be found in the sputum.
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A, C, D, E C, D, E
, A, B, D B, C, E
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2 of 112
Term
A client has recently developed acute sialadenitis. Which
intervention does the nurse include in this client's care?
A. Applying cold compresses
B. Avoiding the use of fruit or citrus-flavored candy
C. Massaging the salivary gland
D. Restrict fluids
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B A
D C
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3 of 112
Term
The nurse is teaching a patient how to prevent recurrent chronic
gastritis symptoms before discharge. Which statement by the patient
demonstrates a correct understanding of the nurse's instruction?
,A. "It is okay to continue to drink coffee in the morning when I get to
work."
B. "I will need to take vitamin B12 shots for the rest of my life."
C. "I should avoid alcohol and tobacco."
D. "I should eat small meals about six times a day."
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B C
A D
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4 of 112
Term
The nurse is teaching a patient who has undergone a
hemorrhoidectomy about a follow-up plan of care. Which patient
statement demonstrates a correct understanding of the nurse's
instructions?
A. "I would take Ex-Lax after the surgery to 'keep things moving'."
B. "I will need to eat a diet high in fiber."
C. "Limiting my fluids will help me with constipation."
D. "To help with the pain, I'll apply ice to the surgical area."
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, D B
C A
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5 of 112
Term
A patient who has been diagnosed recently with esophageal cancer
states, "I'm not comfortable going to my father's birthday lunch at
our family-owned restaurant because I'm afraid I'll choke in public."
What is the nurse's best response?
A. "I understand your concerns, but you can't give up your normal
activities. You should go anyway and try not to worry about it."
B. "Tell me more about the lunch, what will be served and who is
going with you."
C. "Why not take one of your antianxiety pills before going? That will
keep you from worrying about everything so much."
D. "You need to talk to your doctor about your concerns. The doctor
may recommend that you join a support group for cancer survivors."
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A D
C B
Term
The nurse is caring for a patient with esophageal cancer who has
received photodynamic therapy using porfimer sodium (Photofrin).
What instructions does the nurse include in teaching the patient
about porfimer sodium?
Select all that apply.
A. Avoid sunlight for 2 weeks.
B. Cover or shield all exposed body areas from sunlight.
C. Follow a clear liquid diet for 3 to 5 days after the procedure.
D. Monitor for hypertension.
E. Tissue particles may be found in the sputum.
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A, C, D, E C, D, E
, A, B, D B, C, E
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2 of 112
Term
A client has recently developed acute sialadenitis. Which
intervention does the nurse include in this client's care?
A. Applying cold compresses
B. Avoiding the use of fruit or citrus-flavored candy
C. Massaging the salivary gland
D. Restrict fluids
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B A
D C
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3 of 112
Term
The nurse is teaching a patient how to prevent recurrent chronic
gastritis symptoms before discharge. Which statement by the patient
demonstrates a correct understanding of the nurse's instruction?
,A. "It is okay to continue to drink coffee in the morning when I get to
work."
B. "I will need to take vitamin B12 shots for the rest of my life."
C. "I should avoid alcohol and tobacco."
D. "I should eat small meals about six times a day."
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B C
A D
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4 of 112
Term
The nurse is teaching a patient who has undergone a
hemorrhoidectomy about a follow-up plan of care. Which patient
statement demonstrates a correct understanding of the nurse's
instructions?
A. "I would take Ex-Lax after the surgery to 'keep things moving'."
B. "I will need to eat a diet high in fiber."
C. "Limiting my fluids will help me with constipation."
D. "To help with the pain, I'll apply ice to the surgical area."
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, D B
C A
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5 of 112
Term
A patient who has been diagnosed recently with esophageal cancer
states, "I'm not comfortable going to my father's birthday lunch at
our family-owned restaurant because I'm afraid I'll choke in public."
What is the nurse's best response?
A. "I understand your concerns, but you can't give up your normal
activities. You should go anyway and try not to worry about it."
B. "Tell me more about the lunch, what will be served and who is
going with you."
C. "Why not take one of your antianxiety pills before going? That will
keep you from worrying about everything so much."
D. "You need to talk to your doctor about your concerns. The doctor
may recommend that you join a support group for cancer survivors."
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A D
C B
