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A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy? Lymphedema 2. A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's via continuous IV infusion at 200 ml/hr. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 10 drops/mL. How many gtt/min should the nurse set the IV ump to administer? 33 3. A nur...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for a client who has a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should the nurse expect to administer this medication? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four A (Medications with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic levels between doses for long periods of time. The nurse should expect to administer this medication once a day.) A staff educator is reviewing medication dosages and factors that influence me...

. A nurse is assigned the following four clients for the current shift. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first? A. A client who has a hip fracture and is in Buck’s traction B. A client who has aspiration pneumonia and a respiratory rate of 28/min C. A client who has diabetes mellitus stage 2 pressure ulcer on his foot D. A client who has a C diff infection and needs a stool specimen collected 2. A nurse is caring for a client who fell and is reporting pain in the ...

3. A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness? a. The client wants to talk about the diagnosis with nursing staff b. The client has a decreased energy level c. The client makes funeral arrangements d. The client requests a second opinion 4. A nurse is preparing to collect data on a preschooler. Which of the following behaviors by the child indicates that he is ready to c...

1. A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness? a. The client wants to talk about the diagnosis with nursing staff b. The client has a decreased energy level c. The client makes funeral arrangements d. The client requests a second opinion 2. A nurse is preparing to collect data on a preschooler. Which of the following behaviors by the child indicates that he is ready to c...

1. A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness? a. The client wants to talk about the diagnosis with nursing staff b. The client has a decreased energy level c. The client makes funeral arrangements d. The client requests a second opinion 2. A nurse is preparing to collect data on a preschooler. Which of the following behaviors by the child indicates that he is ready to c...

A nurse is caring for a client who has a recent diagnosis of a terminal illness. The nurse should identify which of the following as an indication of hopelessness? a. The client wants to talk about the diagnosis with nursing staff b. The client has a decreased energy level c. The client makes funeral arrangements d. The client requests a second opinion 4. A nurse is preparing to collect data on a preschooler. Which of the following behaviors by the child indicates that he is ready to coop...

1. A nurse in a long term care facility notices a client who has alzheimers disease standing at the exit doors at the end of the hallway. The clients appears to be anxious and agitated. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Escort the client to a quiet area on the nursing unit 2. A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has a continent urinary division. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement to facilitate urinary eliminatio...

A nurse is providing teaching to a group of new parents about medications. The nurse should include that aspirin is contraindicated for children who have a viral infection due to the risk of developing which of the following adverse effects? a. Reye's syndrome b. Visual disturbances c. Diabetes mellitus d. Wilm's tumor ANS: A 2. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has chronic kidney failure with an AV fistula for hemodialysis and new prescription for epoetin alfa. Which of t...

1. What is the correct amount of wet diapers a mature infant should produce each day? An infant should have 6 to 8 wet diapers/day. 2. The nurse goes in to check on a new mother to see how breast-feeding is going with her new son. The nurse observes the infant is on the mother's lap with the blanket unwrapped, and the mother is washing his face, and gently stroking the baby. The mother has trouble breastfeeding the last few times. What is the appropriate response from the nurse? "You...

1. A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following foods or beverages should the nurse recommended to minimize heartburn? • Orange juice • Decaffeinated coffee • Peppermint • Potatoes 2. A nurse is preparing g to teach a group of clients about vitamins and minerals. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following minerals is necessary for the transmission of nerve impulses? ...

.) A nurse is teaching an assistive personnel (AP) about dietary restrictions for a client who is taking client's lunch indicates an understanding of the phenelzine to treat depression. The AP's selection of which of the following foods for the teaching? Chicken salad 2.) A nurse is teaching about a low-cholesterol diet to a client who has a myocardial infarction which of the following meal selections by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? Chicken breast and corn on t...

A nurse is reinforcing diet teaching to a client who has type 2 DM. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A. Carbs should comprise 55% of daily caloric intake B. Use hydrogenated oils for cooking C. Table sugar may be added to cereals D. Drink an alcoholic beverage w/meals E. Protein foods can be substituted for carb foods A nurse is reviewing dietary guidelines to include in the plan of care for a client who has type 2 DM. Which of the f...

Mr. Davis is 52 years old and has recently been diagnosed with endstage renal disease (ESRD) and will soon begin dialysis. He is wondering if he can obtain coverage under Medicare. What should you tell him? Correct Ans - He may sign-up for Medicare at any time however coverage usually begins on the fourth month after

1. A nurse in a pediatric unit is preparing to insert an IV catheterfor 7-year-old. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 1. Tell the child they will feel discomfort during the catheter insertion. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has arteriovenous fistulaWhich of the following findings should the nurse report? Absence of a bruit. 3. A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has animplantable cardioverter defibrillator which of the following statements d...

A nurse in an urgent care clinic is assessing an adolescent who has an upper respiratory tract infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of pertussis? Dry, hacking cough Rationale: The nurse should identify that a dry, hacking cough is a manifestation of pertussis. Thi

. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse in the teaching? a) "Place throw rugs on wooden floors at home. b) " b) "Supplement your diet with vitamin E." c) "Swim laps for 20 minutes twice per week." d) "Take calcium supplements with meals." (The nurse should instruct the client to take calcium carbonate supplements with or following meals to increase absorption and effectiveness.) ...

. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse in the teaching? a) "Place throw rugs on wooden floors at home. b) " b) "Supplement your diet with vitamin E." c) "Swim laps for 20 minutes twice per week." d) "Take calcium supplements with meals." (The nurse should instruct the client to take calcium carbonate supplements with or following meals to increase absorption and effectiveness.) ...

. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse in the teaching? a) "Place throw rugs on wooden floors at home. b) " b) "Supplement your diet with vitamin E." c) "Swim laps for 20 minutes twice per week." d) "Take calcium supplements with meals." (The nurse should instruct the client to take calcium carbonate supplements with or following meals to increase absorption and effectiveness.) ...

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has HIV and is being discharged to home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? 1) Take temperature once a day. 2) Wash the armpits and genitals with a gentle cleanser daily. 3) Change the litter boxes while wearing gloves. 4) Wash dishes in warm water. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of the following is an ...