The best method of evaluating the amount of peripheral edema is: A. Weighing the client daily B. Measuring the extremity C. Measuring the intake and output D. Checking for pitting Correct Answer: B. Measuring the extremity The best indicator of peripheral edema is measuring the extremity. A paper tape… Read More »
A client with a missed abortion at 29 weeks gestation is admitted to the hospital. The client will most likely be treated with: A. Magnesium sulfate B. Calcium gluconate C. Dinoprostone (Prostin E.) D. Bromocriptine (Parlodel) Correct Answer: C. Dinoprostone (Prostin E.) The client with a missed abortion will… Read More »
A female client arrives at the emergency department with chest and stomach pain and a report of black tarry stool for several months. Which of the following orders should the nurse Oliver anticipate? A. Cardiac monitor, oxygen, creatine kinase and lactate dehydrogenase levels B. Prothrombin time, partial thromboplastin time, fibrinogen and fibrin split… Read More »
Kris with a history of chronic infection of the urinary system complains of urinary frequency and burning sensation. To figure out whether the current problem is of renal origin, the nurse should assess whether the client has discomfort or pain in the: A. Urinary meatus B. Pain in the labium C. Suprapubic… Read More »
A child who has recently been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis is in a pediatric clinic where a nurse is performing an assessment. Which later finding of this disease would the nurse not expect to see at this time? A. Positive sweat test B. Bulky greasy stools C. Moist, productive cough D.… Read More »
Atherosclerosis impedes coronary blood flow by which of the following mechanisms? A. Plaques obstruct the vein B. Plaques obstruct the artery C. Blood clots form outside the vessel wall D. Hardened vessels dilate to allow the blood to flow through Correct Answer: B. Plaques obstruct the artery.… Read More »
Nurse Patricia finds a female client who is post-myocardial infarction (MI) slumped on the side rails of the bed and unresponsive to shaking or shouting. Which is the nurse’s next action? A. Call for help and note the time B. Clear the airway C. Give two sharp thumps to the precordium and… Read More »
The term “pink puffer” refers to the female client with which of the following conditions? A. Adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) B. Asthma C. Chronic obstructive bronchitis D. Emphysema Correct Answer: D. Emphysema Because of the large amount of energy it takes to breathe, clients with emphysema… Read More »
Which of the following positions would best aid breathing for a patient with acute pulmonary edema? A. Lying flat in bed B. Left side-lying position C. High Fowler’s position D. Semi-Fowler’s position Correct Answer: C. High Fowler’s position High Fowler’s position facilitates breathing by reducing venous return. Lying flat… Read More »
A patient with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus is learning to recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia. Which of the following symptoms is indicative of hypoglycemia? A. Polydipsia B. Confusion C. Blurred vision D. Polyphagia Correct Answer: B. Confusion Hypoglycemia in diabetes mellitus causes confusion, indicating the need for… Read More »