A nurse is handling a pregnant client who was prescribed to have an Alpha Fetoprotein level. The nurse should explain to the client that this blood test: A. Can indicate lung disorders and neural tube defects. B. Abnormal levels are associated with an increased risk for chromosome abnormality. C. Once the Alpha-Fetoprotein… Read More »
A client is hospitalized in the end stage of terminal cancer. His family members are sitting at his bedside. What can the nurse do to best aid the family at this time? A. Limit the time visitors may stay so they do not become overwhelmed by the situation. B. Avoid telling family members about the… Read More »
How should the nurse prepare an injection for a patient who takes both regular and NPH insulin? A. Draw up the NPH insulin, then the regular insulin, in the same syringe. B. Draw up the regular insulin, then the NPH insulin, in the same syringe. C. Use two separate syringes. D.… Read More »
During the assessment of the client with urinary incontinence, the nurse is most likely to assess for which of the following? Select all that apply. A. Perineal skin irritation B. Fluid intake of less than 1,500 mL/d C. History of antihistamine intake D. Hx of UTI E. A fecal impaction … Read More »
If a blood pressure cuff is too small for a client, blood pressure readings taken with such a cuff may do which of the following? A. Fail to show changes in blood pressure. B. Produce a false-high measurement. C. Cause sciatic nerve damage. D. Produce a false-low measurement. … Read More »
Which of the following is the most common cause of dementia among elderly persons? A. Parkinson’s disease B. Multiple sclerosis C. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease) D. Alzheimer’s disease Correct Answer: D. Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s disease, sometimes known as senile dementia of the Alzheimer’s type or… Read More »
During the nursing assessment, which data represent information concerning health beliefs? A. Family role and relationship patterns. B. Educational level and financial status. C. Promotive, preventive, and restorative health practices. D. Use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Correct Answer: C. Promotive, preventive, and restorative health practices. The… Read More »
Which of the following laboratory results indicates hypoparathyroidism? A. Serum potassium of 3.6 mEq/L. B. Serum calcium level of 4.3 mEq/L. C. Serum phosphorus level of 5.7 mg/dL. D. Serum magnesium level of 1.7 mg/dL. Correct Answer: C. Serum phosphorus level of 5.7 mg/dL. The parathyroid is… Read More »
When caring for a terminally ill client, it is important for the nurse to maintain the client’s dignity. This can be facilitated by: A. Spending time to let clients share their life experiences. B. Decreasing emphasis on attending to the client’s appearance because it only increases their fatigue. C. Making decisions for… Read More »
A patient has just received 30 mg of codeine by mouth for pain. Five minutes later he vomits. What should the nurse do first? A. Call the physician B. Remedicate the patient C. Observe the emesis D. Explain to the patient that she can do nothing to help him. … Read More »