The nurse is providing discharge teaching for the client with leukemia. The client should be told to avoid: A. Using oil- or cream-based soaps B. Flossing between the teeth C. The intake of salt D. Using an electric razor Correct Answer: B. Flossing between the teeth The… Read More »
For a diabetic male client with a foot ulcer, the doctor orders bed rest, a wet to- dry dressing change every shift, and blood glucose monitoring before meals and bedtime. Why are wet-to-dry dressings used for this client? A. They contain exudate and provide a moist wound environment. B. They protect the wound… Read More »
The physician has prescribed NPH insulin for a client with diabetes mellitus. Which statement indicates that the client knows when the peak action of the insulin occurs? A. “I will make sure I eat breakfast within 2 hours of taking my insulin.” B. “I will need to carry candy or some form of… Read More »
Which of the following statements should the nurse teach the neutropenic client and his family to avoid? A. Performing oral hygiene after every meal B. Using suppositories or enemas C. Performing perineal hygiene after each bowel movement D. Using a filter mask Correct Answer: B. Using suppositories… Read More »
A client with frequent urinary tract infections asks the nurse how she can prevent the recurrence. The nurse should teach the client to: A. Douche after intercourse B. Void every 3 hours C. Obtain a urinalysis monthly D. Wipe from back to front after voiding Correct Answer:… Read More »
A client who delivered this morning tells the nurse that she plans to breastfeed her baby. The nurse is aware that successful breastfeeding is most dependent on the: A. Mother’s educational level B. Infant’s birth weight C. Size of the mother’s breast D. Mother’s desire to breastfeed Correct Answer:… Read More »
The nurse is monitoring the progress of a client in labor. Which finding should be reported to the physician immediately? A. The presence of scant bloody discharge B. Frequent urination C. The presence of green-tinged amniotic fluid D. Moderate uterine contractions Correct Answer: C. The presence of green-tinged… Read More »
The nurse is conducting nutrition counseling for a patient with cholecystitis. Which of the following information is important to communicate? A. The patient must maintain a low-calorie diet. B. The patient must maintain a high protein/low carbohydrate diet. C. The patient should limit sweets and sugary drinks. D. The patient should… Read More »
Stacy was diagnosed with acute lymphoid leukemia (ALL). She was discharged from the hospital following her chemotherapy treatments. Which statement of Stacy’s mother indicated that she understands when she will contact the physician? A. “I should contact the physician if Stacy has difficulty in sleeping”. B. “I will call my doctor if Stacy… Read More »
The physician has ordered an intravenous infusion of Pitocin for the induction of labor. When caring for the obstetric client receiving intravenous Pitocin, the nurse should monitor for: A. Maternal hypoglycemia B. Fetal bradycardia C. Maternal hyperreflexia D. Fetal movement Correct Answer: B. Fetal bradycardia The client… Read More »