A nurse is caring for a patient with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Which of the following is the most likely age range of the patient? A. 3-10 years B. 25-35 years C. 45-55 years D. over 60 years Correct Answer: A. 3-10 years The peak incidence of ALL is… Read More »
The mother of a 14-month-old child reports to the nurse that her child will not fall asleep at night without a bottle of milk in the crib and often wakes during the night asking for another. Which of the following instructions by the nurse is correct? A. Allow the child to have the bottle… Read More »
Which of the following actions is not appropriate in the care of a 2-month-old infant? A. Place the infant on her back for naps and bedtime. B. Allow the infant to cry for 5 minutes before responding if she wakes during the night as she may fall back asleep. C. Talk to… Read More »
The nurse is teaching a group of prenatal clients about the effects of cigarette smoke on fetal development. Which characteristic is associated with babies born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy? A. Low birth weight B. Large for gestational age C. Preterm birth, but appropriate size for gestation D. Growth retardation… Read More »
Patricia, a 20-year-old college student with diabetes mellitus, requests additional information about the advantages of using a pen-like insulin delivery device. The nurse explains that the advantages of these devices over syringes include: A. Accurate dose delivery B. Shorter injection time C. Lower cost with reusable insulin cartridges D. Use of… Read More »
An older patient asks a nurse to recommend strategies to prevent constipation. Which of the following suggestions would be helpful? Note: More than one answer may be correct. Select all that apply. A. Get moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes each day. B. Drink 6-8 glasses of water each day. C. Eat… Read More »
When assessing a client for an abdominal aortic aneurysm, which area of the abdomen is most commonly palpated? A. Right upper quadrant B. Directly over the umbilicus C. Middle lower abdomen to the left of the midline D. Midline lower abdomen to the right of the midline Correct Answer:… Read More »
A 65-year-old man has been admitted to the hospital for spinal stenosis surgery. When should the discharge training and planning begin for this patient? A. Following surgery B. Upon admission C. Within 48 hours of discharge D. Preoperative discussion Correct Answer: B. Upon admission Discharge education begins… Read More »
Which of the following conditions is linked to more than 50% of clients with abdominal aortic aneurysms? A. DM B. HPN C. PVD D. Syphilis Correct Answer: B. HPN Continuous pressure on the vessel walls from hypertension causes the walls to weaken and an aneurysm to occur.… Read More »
Mrs. Chua, a 78-year-old client, is admitted with the diagnosis of mild chronic heart failure. The nurse expects to hear when listening to client’s lungs indicative of chronic heart failure would be: A. Stridor B. Crackles C. Wheezes D. Friction rubs Correct Answer: B. Crackles Left-sided heart… Read More »