A client with congestive heart failure has been receiving Digoxin (lanoxin). Which finding indicates that the medication is having a desired effect? A. Increased urinary output B. Stabilized weight C. Improved appetite D. Increased pedal edema Correct Answer: A. Increased urinary output Option A: Lanoxin slows and… Read More »
The treatment protocol for a client with acute lymphatic leukemia includes prednisone, methotrexate, and cimetidine. The purpose of the cimetidine is to: A. Promote peristalsis B. Prevent a common side effect of prednisone C. Decrease the secretion of pancreatic enzymes D. Enhance the effectiveness of methotrexate Correct… Read More »
A client is admitted to the emergency room with symptoms of delirium tremens. After admitting the client to a private room, a priority nursing intervention is to: A. Obtain a history of his alcohol use B. Provide seizure precautions C. Keep the room cool and dark D. Administer thiamine and zinc … Read More »
A postoperative client has an order for Demerol (meperidine) 75mg and promethazine (Phenergan) 25mg IM every 3–4 hours as needed for pain. The combination of the two medications produces a/an: A. Antagonist effect B. Excitatory effect C. Synergistic effect D. Agonist effect Correct Answer: C. Synergistic effect… Read More »
A client with AIDS complains of a weight loss of 20 pounds in the past month. Which diet is suggested for the client with AIDS? A. High calorie, low carbohydrate, high fat B. High calorie, high carbohydrate, low protein C. High calorie, high protein, high fat D. High calorie, high protein,… Read More »
While caring for a client with cervical cancer, the nurse notes that the radioactive implant is lying in the bed. The nurse should: A. Use tongs to pick up the implant and return it to a lead-lined container B. Place the implant in a biohazard bag and return it to the lab … Read More »
Which of the following medication orders needs further clarification? A. Darvocet 65 mg PO q 4–6 hrs. PRN B. Nembutal 100 mg PO at bedtime C. Coumadin 10mg PO D. Estrace 2 mg PO q day Correct Answer: C. Coumadin 10mg PO Option C: There is no… Read More »
A 6-year-old is diagnosed with Legg-Calve Perthes disease. An important part of the child’s care includes instructing the parents: A. To increase the amount of dietary protein B. To prevent weight bearing on the affected leg C. About relaxation exercises to minimize pain in the shoulder D. About exercises to strengthen… Read More »
Which play activity is best suited to the gross motor skills of the toddler? A. Ball B. Coloring book and crayons C. Building cubes D. Swing set Correct Answer: A. Ball Option A: The toddler has gross motor skills suited to playing with a ball, which can be kicked… Read More »
Which of the following meal choices is suitable for a 6-month-old infant? A. Pea puree, formula, and orange juice B. Honey cereals, carrot stick, apple juice C. Rice cereal, mashed sweet potato, formula D. Melba toast, banana puree, whole milk Correct Answer: C. Rice cereal, mashed sweet… Read More »