Which of the following groups of symptoms indicates a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm? A. Lower back pain, increased blood pressure, decreased red blood cell (RBC) count, increased white blood (WBC) count. B. Severe lower back pain, decreased blood pressure, decreased RBC count, increased WBC count. C. Severe lower back pain, decreased blood… Read More »
A physician has diagnosed acute gastritis in a clinic patient. Which of the following medications would be contraindicated for this patient? A. naproxen sodium (Naprosyn) B. calcium carbonate (Tums) C. clarithromycin (Biaxin) D. furosemide (Lasix) Correct Answer: A. naproxen sodium (Naprosyn) Naproxen sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory… Read More »
Ryan has undergone a subtotal gastrectomy. The nurse should expect that nasogastric tube drainage will be what color for about 12 to 24 hours after surgery? A. Bile green B. Bright red C. Cloudy white D. Dark brown Correct Answer: D. Dark brown 12 to 24 hours… Read More »
A murmur is heard at the second left intercostal space along the left sternal border. Which valve area is this? A. Aortic B. Mitral C. Pulmonic D. Tricuspid Correct Answer: C. Pulmonic Abnormalities of the pulmonic valve are auscultated at the second left intercostal space along the… Read More »
Which of the following nursing interventions should you use to prevent footdrop and contractures in a patient recovering from a subdural hematoma? A. High-top sneakers B. Low-dose heparin therapy C. Physical therapy consultation D. Sequential compressive device Correct Answer: A. High-top sneakers High-top sneakers are used to… Read More »
A client is admitted to the hospital with a temperature of 99.8°F, complaints of blood-tinged hemoptysis, fatigue, and night sweats. The client’s symptoms are consistent with a diagnosis of: A. Pneumonia B. Reaction to antiviral medication C. Tuberculosis D. Superinfection due to low CD4 count Correct Answer:… Read More »
A full-term male has hypospadias. Which statement describes hypospadias? A. The urethral opening is absent. B. The urethra opens on the dorsal side of the penis. C. The penis is shorter than usual. D. The urethral meatus opens on the underside of the penis. Correct Answer: D.… Read More »
Nurse Joan is assigned to come for a client who has just undergone eye surgery. Nurse Joan plans to teach the client activities that are permitted during the postoperative period. Which of the following is best recommended for the client? A. Watching circus B. Bending over C. Watching TV D. Lifting objects … Read More »
A patient with a spinal cord injury (SCI) complains about a severe throbbing headache that suddenly started a short time ago. Assessment of the patient reveals increased blood pressure (168/94) and decreased heart rate (48/minute), diaphoresis, and flushing of the face and neck. What action should you take first? A. Administer the ordered acetaminophen… Read More »
You have just admitted a patient with bacterial meningitis to the medical-surgical unit. The patient complains of a severe headache with photophobia and has a temperature of 102.60 F orally. Which collaborative intervention must be accomplished first? A. Administer codeine 15 mg orally for the patient’s headache. B. Infuse ceftriaxone (Rocephin) 2000 mg IV… Read More »