A client is sent to the psychiatric unit for forensic evaluation after he is accused of arson. His tentative diagnosis is antisocial personality disorder. In reviewing the client’s record, the nurse would expect to find: A. A history of consistent employment B. A below-average intelligence C. A history of cruelty to animals… Read More »
A newborn male has been diagnosed with hypospadias with chordee. The nurse understands that the infant will have altered patterns of urination because: A. The bladder lies outside the abdominal cavity B. The ureters will reflux urine into the kidneys C. The urinary meatus is on the top of the penis … Read More »
The nurse is providing dietary instructions for a client with hemochromatosis. Which food items should the client consume, except? A. Grains B. Coffee C. Lamb D. Legumes Correct Answer: C. Lamb Option C: Hemochromatosis is an iron disorder where the body absorbs too much iron. Diet recommendations for… Read More »
A teen hospitalized with anorexia nervosa is now permitted to leave her room and eat in the dining room. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the client’s plan of care? A. Weighing the client after she eats B. Having a staff member remain with her for 1 hour after… Read More »
A pediatric client with burns to the hands and arms has dressing changes with Sulfamylon (mafenide acetate) cream. The nurse is aware that the medication: A. Will cause gray staining on the surrounding skin B. Produces a cooling sensation when applied C. Produces a burning sensation when applied D. Will cause… Read More »
A 2-month-old infant has just received her first Tetramune injection. The nurse should tell the mother that the immunization: A. Will need to be repeated when the child is 4 years of age B. Is given to determine whether the child is susceptible to pertussis C. Is one of a series of… Read More »
An 18-month-old is being discharged following hypospadias repair. Which instruction should be included in the nurse’s discharge teaching? A. Diapering or supportive underwear should be avoided for 7 days B. Refrain from giving Tylenol C. The child should not play on his rocking horse D. The child will need a special… Read More »
The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325 mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse knows that aspirin was prescribed to: A. Prevent headaches B. Boost coagulation C. Prevent cerebral anoxia D. Keep platelets from clumping together Correct Answer: D. Keep platelets from clumping together… Read More »
The licensed vocational nurse may not assume the primary care for a client: A. In the fourth stage of labor B. Two days post-appendectomy C. With a venous access device D. With bipolar disorder Correct Answer: C. With a venous access device. Option C: Only a trained… Read More »
Jeremiah, a clinical instructor, is discussing the list of controlled substances schedules. The following are considered to be under Schedule I controlled substances, except: A. Cannabis B. Methaqualone C. Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) D. Oxycodone Correct Answer: D. Oxycodone Option D: Oxycodone falls under Schedule II. The substances… Read More »