A female client requires hemodialysis. Which of the following drugs should be withheld before this procedure? A. Phosphate binders B. Insulin C. Antibiotics D. Cardiac glycosides Correct Answer: D. Cardiac glycosides Cardiac glycosides such as digoxin should be withheld before hemodialysis. Hypokalemia is one of the electrolyte… Read More »
Nurse Gil is aware that the following statements describing urinary incontinence in the elderly is true? A. Urinary incontinence is a normal part of aging. B. Urinary incontinence isn’t a disease. C. Urinary incontinence in the elderly can’t be treated. D. Urinary Incontinence is a disease. Correct… Read More »
A client comes to the outpatient department complaining of vaginal discharge, dysuria, and genital irritation. Suspecting a sexually transmitted disease (STD), Dr. Smith orders diagnostic tests of the vaginal discharge. Which STD must be reported to the public health department? A. Chlamydia B. Gonorrhea C. Genital herpes D. Human papillomavirus infection… Read More »
The client underwent transurethral resection of the prostate gland 24 hours ago and is on continuous bladder irrigation. Nurse Yonny is aware that the following nursing interventions are appropriate? A. Tell the client to try to urinate around the catheter to remove blood clots. B. Restrict fluids to prevent the client’s bladder from… Read More »
A male client with acute pyelonephritis receives a prescription for co-trimoxazole (Septra) P.O. twice daily for 10 days. Which finding best demonstrates that the client has followed the prescribed regimen? A. Urine output increases to 2,000 ml/day. B. Flank and abdominal discomfort decrease. C. Bacteria are absent in urine culture. D.… Read More »
A female client with a urinary tract infection is prescribed co-trimoxazole (trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole). Nurse Dolly should provide which medication instruction? A. “Take the medication with food.” B. “Drink at least eight 8-oz glasses of fluid daily.” C. “Avoid taking antacids during co-trimoxazole therapy.” D. “Don’t be afraid to go out in the… Read More »
A 26-year-old female client seeks care for a possible infection. Her symptoms include burning on urination and frequent, urgent voiding of small amounts of urine. She’s placed on trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) to treat possible infection. Another medication is prescribed to decrease the pain and frequency. Which of the following is the most likely medication prescribed? … Read More »
A male client is admitted for treatment of glomerulonephritis. On initial assessment, Nurse Miley detects one of the classic signs of acute glomerulonephritis of sudden onset. Such signs include: A. Generalized edema, especially of the face and periorbital area. B. Green-tinged urine. C. Moderate to severe hypotension. D. Polyuria. … Read More »
A triple-lumen indwelling urinary catheter is inserted for continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate. In addition to balloon inflation, the nurse is aware that the functions of the three lumens include: A. Continuous inflow and outflow of irrigation solution. B. Intermittent inflow and continuous outflow of irrigation solution. … Read More »
A client reports experiencing vulvar pruritus. Which assessment factor may indicate that the client has an infection caused by Candida albicans? A. Cottage cheese-like discharge B. Yellow-green discharge C. Gray-white discharge D. Discharge with a fishy odor Correct Answer: A. Cottage cheese-like discharge The symptoms of C.… Read More »