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Question 1
The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse knows that aspirin was prescribed to:
A
Boost coagulation
B
Keep platelets from clumping together
C
Prevent headaches
D
Prevent cerebral anoxia
Question 1 Explanation:
Aspirin prevents the platelets from clumping together to prevent clots. Low-dose aspirin will not prevent headaches. Boost coagulation and prevent cerebral anoxia are untrue statements; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 2
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
C
Discard the implant in the commode and double-flush
D
Give the client a pair of gloves and ask her to reinsert the implant
Question 2 Explanation:
The radioactive implant should be picked up with tongs and returned to the lead-lined container. Radioactive materials are placed in lead-lined containers, not plastic ones, and are returned to the radiation department, not the lab. The client should not touch the implant or try to reinsert it. The implant should not be placed in the commode for disposal.
Question 3
A client with schizoaffective disorder is exhibiting Parkinsonian symptoms. Which medication is responsible for the development of Parkinsonian symptoms?
A
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
B
Cogentin (benzatropine mesylate)
C
Zyprexa (olanzapine)
D
Depakote (divalproex sodium)
Question 3 Explanation:
A side effect of antipsychotic medication is the development of Parkinsonian symptoms. Cogentin and Benadryl are incorrect because they are used to reverse Parkinsonian symptoms in the client taking antipsychotic medication. Depakote is incorrect because the medication is an anticonvulsant used to stabilize mood. Parkinsonian symptoms are not associated with anticonvulsant medication.
Question 4
The glycosylated hemoglobin of a 40-year-old client with diabetes mellitus is 2.5%. The nurse understands that:
A
The client has poor control of her diabetes.
B
The client requires adjustment in her insulin dose.
C
The client has good control of her diabetes.
D
The client can have a higher-calorie diet.
Question 4 Explanation:
The client’s diabetes is well under control. The client with higher-calorie diet is incorrect because it will lead to elevated glycosylated hemoglobin. Adjusting insulin dose is not necessary because insulin dose are appropriate for the client. The desired range for glycosylated hemoglobin in the adult client is 2.5%–5.9%
Question 5
Which development milestone puts the 4-month-old infant at greatest risk for injury?
A
Rolling over
B
Crawling
C
Standing
D
Switching objects from one hand to another
Question 5 Explanation:
At 4 months of age, the infant can roll over, which makes it vulnerable to falls from dressing tables or beds without rails. Switching objects from one hand to another is incorrect because it does not prove a threat to safety. Crawling and standing are incorrect because the 4-month-old is not capable of crawling or standing.
Question 6
The nurse is caring for a client with an above-the-knee amputation (AKA). To prevent contractures, the nurse should:
A
Place the client in a prone position 15–30 minutes twice a day
B
Keep the foot of the bed elevated on shock blocks
C
Keep the client’s leg elevated on two pillows
D
Place trochanter rolls on either side of the affected leg
Question 6 Explanation:
The client with an above-the-knee amputation should be placed prone 15–30 minutes twice a day to prevent contractures. Elevating the extremity after the first 24 hours will promote the development of contractures. Use of a trochanter roll will prevent rotation of the extremity but will not prevent contracture.
Question 7
The nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client with elevated cholesterol levels. Which cooking oil is not suggested for the client on a low-cholesterol diet?
A
Coconut oil
B
Sunflower oil
C
Canola oil
D
Safflower oil
Question 7 Explanation:
Coconut oil is high in saturated fat and is not appropriate for the client on a low-cholesterol diet. Other answer choices are incorrect because they are suggested for the client with elevated cholesterol levels.
Question 8
Assessment of a newborn male reveals that the infant has hypospadias. The nurse knows that:
A
Surgical correction will be done by 6 months of age.
B
Surgical correction is delayed until 6 years of age.
C
The infant should not be circumcised.
D
The infant should be circumcised to facilitate voiding.
Question 8 Explanation:
The infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised because the foreskin is used in reconstruction. Reconstruction is done between 16 and 18 months of age, before toilet training. The infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised.
Question 9
A client with hypertension has begun an aerobic exercise program. The nurse should tell the client that the recommended exercise regimen should begin slowly and build up to:
A
1 hour four times a week
B
45 minutes two times a week
C
20–30 minutes three times a week
D
1 hour two times a week
Question 9 Explanation:
The client’s aerobic workout should be 20–30 minutes long three times a week. Other answer choices exceed the recommended time for the client beginning an aerobic program; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 10
The primary cause of anemia in a client with chronic renal failure is:
A
Destruction of red blood cells
B
Insufficient erythropoietin
C
Poor iron absorption
D
Lack of intrinsic factor
Question 10 Explanation:
Insufficient erythropoietin production is the primary cause of anemia in the client with chronic renal failure. Other answer choices do not relate to the anemia seen in the client with chronic renal failure; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 11
A client taking Dilantin (phenytoin) for grand mal seizures is preparing for discharge. Which information should be included in the client’s discharge care plan?
A
The medication can cause problems with drowsiness.
B
The medication can cause dental staining.
C
The client will need to avoid a high-carbohydrate diet.
D
The client will need a regularly scheduled CBC.
Question 11 Explanation:
Adverse side effects of Dilantin include agranulocytosis and aplastic anemia; therefore, the client will need frequent CBCs. The medication does not cause dental staining. The medication does not interfere with the metabolism of carbohydrates.The medication does not cause drowsiness.
Question 12
Which of the following nursing interventions has the highest priority for the client scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram?
A
Providing the client with a favorite meal for dinner
B
Telling the client what to expect during the test
C
Asking if the client has allergies to shellfish
D
Encouraging fluids the evening before the test
Question 12 Explanation:
The contrast media used during an intravenous pyelogram contains iodine, which can result in an anaphylactic reaction.
Question 13
The nurse is caring for a client with stage III Alzheimer’s disease. A characteristic of this stage is:
A
Wandering at night
B
Failing to communicate
C
Memory loss
D
Failing to recognize familiar objects
Question 13 Explanation:
In stage III of Alzheimer’s disease, the client develops agnosia, or failure to recognize familiar objects. Memory loss appears in stage I. Wandering at night appears in stage II. Failing to communicate appears in stage IV.
Question 14
A 6-year-old with cystic fibrosis has an order for Creon. The nurse knows that the medication will be given:
A
With meals and snacks
B
Twice daily
C
At bedtime
D
Daily in the morning
Question 14 Explanation:
Pancreatic enzyme replacement is given with each meal and each snack. Other answer choices do not specify a relationship to meals; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 15
The doctor has prescribed Cortone (cortisone) for a client with systemic lupus erythematosis. Which instruction should be given to the client?
A
Take the medication 30 minutes before eating.
B
Wear sunglasses to prevent cataracts.
C
Report changes in appetite and weight.
D
Schedule a time to take the influenza vaccine.
Question 15 Explanation:
The client taking steroid medication should receive an annual influenza vaccine. The medication should be taken with food. Increased appetite and weight gain are expected side effects of the medication. Wearing sunglasses will not prevent cataracts.
Question 16
A client with tuberculosis has a prescription for Myambutol (ethambutol HCl). The nurse should tell the client to notify the doctor immediately if he notices:
A
Changes in hearing
B
Changes in color vision
C
Red discoloration of bodily fluids
D
Gastric distress
Question 16 Explanation:
An adverse reaction to Myambutol is change in visual acuity or color vision.Gastric distress is incorrect because it does not relate to the medication. Changes in hearing is incorrect because it is an adverse reaction to Streptomycin. Red discoloration of bodily fluids is incorrect because it is a side effect of Rifampin.
Question 17
A neurological consult has been ordered for a pediatric client with suspected petit mal seizures. The client with petit mal seizures can be expected to have:
A
A brief lapse in consciousness
B
Abrupt loss of muscle tone
C
Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements
D
Short, abrupt muscle contraction
Question 17 Explanation:
Absence seizures, formerly known as petit mal seizures, are characterized by a brief lapse in consciousness accompanied by rapid eye blinking, lip smacking, and minor myoclonus of the upper extremities. Short, abrupt muscle contraction symptoms refers to myoclonic seizure; therefore, it is incorrect. Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements refers to tonic clonic, formerly known as grand mal, seizures; therefore, it is incorrect. Abrupt loss of muscle tone refers to atonic seizures; therefore, it is incorrect.
Question 18
The doctor has prescribed a diet high in vitamin B12 for a client with pernicious anemia. Which foods are highest in B12?
A
Meat, eggs, dairy products
B
Peanut butter, raisins, molasses
C
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage
D
Shrimp, legumes, bran cereals
Question 18 Explanation:
Meat, eggs, and dairy products are foods high in vitamin B12. Peanut butter, raisins, and molasses are sources rich in iron.Broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are sources rich in vitamin K. Shrimp, legumes, and bran cereals are high in magnesium.
Question 19
A client with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take medication. The nurse should tell the client that:
A
He will need to take medication the rest of his life.
B
Medication is rarely needed after 2 weeks.
C
The course of therapy is usually 18–24 months.
D
He will be re-evaluated in 1 month to see if further medication is needed.
Question 19 Explanation:
The usual course of treatment requires that medication be given for 18 months to 2 years. Answers "Medication is rarely needed after 2 weeks" and "He will be re-evaluated in 1 month to see if further medication is needed " are incorrect because the treatment time is too brief. The medication is not needed for life.
Question 20
Which activity is best suited to the 12-year-old with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
A
Working crossword puzzles
B
Playing slow-pitch softball
C
Swimming
D
Playing video games
Question 20 Explanation:
Exercises that provide light passive resistance are best for the child with rheumatoid arthritis. Playing video games and working crossword puzzles require movement of the hands and fingers that might be too painful for the child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; therefore, they are incorrect. Playing slow-pitch softball is incorrect because it requires the use of larger joints affected by the disease.
Question 21
A high school student returns to school following a 3-week absence due to mononucleosis. The school nurse knows it will be important for the client:
A
To have a snack twice a day to prevent hypoglycemia
B
To continue antibiotic therapy for 6 months
C
To drink additional fluids throughout the day
D
To avoid contact sports for 1–2 months
Question 21 Explanation:
The client recovering from mononucleosis should avoid contact sports and other activities that could result in injury or rupture of the spleen. The client does not need additional fluids. Hypoglycemia is not associated with mononucleosis. Antibiotics are not usually indicated in the treatment of mononucleosis.
Question 22
The mother of a 6-month-old asks when her child will have all his baby teeth. The nurse knows that most children have all their primary teeth by age:
A
24 months
B
18 months
C
30 months
D
12 months
Question 22 Explanation:
All 20 primary, or deciduous, teeth should be present by age 30 months. Other answer choices are incorrect because the ages are wrong.
Question 23
Which finding is the best indication that a client with ineffective airway clearance needs suctioning?
A
Arterial blood gases
B
Breath sounds
C
Oxygen saturation
D
Respiratory rate
Question 23 Explanation:
Changes in breath sounds are the best indication of the need for suctioning in the client with ineffective airway clearance. Other answer choices are incorrect because they can be altered by other conditions.
Question 24
A client with breast cancer is returned to the room following a right total mastectomy. The nurse should:
A
Elevate the client’s right arm on pillows
B
Keep the client’s right arm on the bed beside her
C
Place the client’s right arm across her body
D
Place the client’s right arm in a dependent sling
Question 24 Explanation:
A total mastectomy involves removal of the entire breast and some or all of the axillary lymph nodes. Following surgery, the client’s right arm should be elevated on pillows, to facilitate lymph drainage. Other answer choices are incorrect because they would not help facilitate lymph drainage and would create increased edema in the affected extremity.
Question 25
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The nurse should:
A
Tell the client that she can expect lower abdominal pain for the next week
B
Tell the client to avoid a tub bath for 48 hours
C
Tell the client that she can resume a regular diet in the next 24 hours
D
Tell the client to expect clay-colored stools
Question 25 Explanation:
Following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the client should avoid a tub bath for 48 hours. Stools should not be clay colored. Pain is usually located in the shoulders. The client should not resume a regular diet until clear liquids have been tolerated.
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NCLEX- PN Practice Exam 5 (EM)
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Question 1
The glycosylated hemoglobin of a 40-year-old client with diabetes mellitus is 2.5%. The nurse understands that:
A
The client has poor control of her diabetes.
B
The client has good control of her diabetes.
C
The client requires adjustment in her insulin dose.
D
The client can have a higher-calorie diet.
Question 1 Explanation:
The client’s diabetes is well under control. The client with higher-calorie diet is incorrect because it will lead to elevated glycosylated hemoglobin. Adjusting insulin dose is not necessary because insulin dose are appropriate for the client. The desired range for glycosylated hemoglobin in the adult client is 2.5%–5.9%
Question 2
While caring for a client with cervical cancer, the nurse notes that the radioactive implant is lying in the bed. The nurse should:
A
Place the implant in a biohazard bag and return it to the lab
B
Discard the implant in the commode and double-flush
C
Use tongs to pick up the implant and return it to a lead-lined container
D
Give the client a pair of gloves and ask her to reinsert the implant
Question 2 Explanation:
The radioactive implant should be picked up with tongs and returned to the lead-lined container. Radioactive materials are placed in lead-lined containers, not plastic ones, and are returned to the radiation department, not the lab. The client should not touch the implant or try to reinsert it. The implant should not be placed in the commode for disposal.
Question 3
Which activity is best suited to the 12-year-old with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
A
Swimming
B
Working crossword puzzles
C
Playing video games
D
Playing slow-pitch softball
Question 3 Explanation:
Exercises that provide light passive resistance are best for the child with rheumatoid arthritis. Playing video games and working crossword puzzles require movement of the hands and fingers that might be too painful for the child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; therefore, they are incorrect. Playing slow-pitch softball is incorrect because it requires the use of larger joints affected by the disease.
Question 4
The nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client with elevated cholesterol levels. Which cooking oil is not suggested for the client on a low-cholesterol diet?
A
Coconut oil
B
Canola oil
C
Sunflower oil
D
Safflower oil
Question 4 Explanation:
Coconut oil is high in saturated fat and is not appropriate for the client on a low-cholesterol diet. Other answer choices are incorrect because they are suggested for the client with elevated cholesterol levels.
Question 5
A 6-year-old with cystic fibrosis has an order for Creon. The nurse knows that the medication will be given:
A
With meals and snacks
B
Twice daily
C
Daily in the morning
D
At bedtime
Question 5 Explanation:
Pancreatic enzyme replacement is given with each meal and each snack. Other answer choices do not specify a relationship to meals; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 6
A client with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take medication. The nurse should tell the client that:
A
The course of therapy is usually 18–24 months.
B
Medication is rarely needed after 2 weeks.
C
He will be re-evaluated in 1 month to see if further medication is needed.
D
He will need to take medication the rest of his life.
Question 6 Explanation:
The usual course of treatment requires that medication be given for 18 months to 2 years. Answers "Medication is rarely needed after 2 weeks" and "He will be re-evaluated in 1 month to see if further medication is needed " are incorrect because the treatment time is too brief. The medication is not needed for life.
Question 7
A client with tuberculosis has a prescription for Myambutol (ethambutol HCl). The nurse should tell the client to notify the doctor immediately if he notices:
A
Red discoloration of bodily fluids
B
Gastric distress
C
Changes in color vision
D
Changes in hearing
Question 7 Explanation:
An adverse reaction to Myambutol is change in visual acuity or color vision.Gastric distress is incorrect because it does not relate to the medication. Changes in hearing is incorrect because it is an adverse reaction to Streptomycin. Red discoloration of bodily fluids is incorrect because it is a side effect of Rifampin.
Question 8
The nurse is caring for a client with an above-the-knee amputation (AKA). To prevent contractures, the nurse should:
A
Keep the client’s leg elevated on two pillows
B
Keep the foot of the bed elevated on shock blocks
C
Place trochanter rolls on either side of the affected leg
D
Place the client in a prone position 15–30 minutes twice a day
Question 8 Explanation:
The client with an above-the-knee amputation should be placed prone 15–30 minutes twice a day to prevent contractures. Elevating the extremity after the first 24 hours will promote the development of contractures. Use of a trochanter roll will prevent rotation of the extremity but will not prevent contracture.
Question 9
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The nurse should:
A
Tell the client to avoid a tub bath for 48 hours
B
Tell the client to expect clay-colored stools
C
Tell the client that she can expect lower abdominal pain for the next week
D
Tell the client that she can resume a regular diet in the next 24 hours
Question 9 Explanation:
Following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the client should avoid a tub bath for 48 hours. Stools should not be clay colored. Pain is usually located in the shoulders. The client should not resume a regular diet until clear liquids have been tolerated.
Question 10
A neurological consult has been ordered for a pediatric client with suspected petit mal seizures. The client with petit mal seizures can be expected to have:
A
Short, abrupt muscle contraction
B
Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements
C
Abrupt loss of muscle tone
D
A brief lapse in consciousness
Question 10 Explanation:
Absence seizures, formerly known as petit mal seizures, are characterized by a brief lapse in consciousness accompanied by rapid eye blinking, lip smacking, and minor myoclonus of the upper extremities. Short, abrupt muscle contraction symptoms refers to myoclonic seizure; therefore, it is incorrect. Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements refers to tonic clonic, formerly known as grand mal, seizures; therefore, it is incorrect. Abrupt loss of muscle tone refers to atonic seizures; therefore, it is incorrect.
Question 11
A client with schizoaffective disorder is exhibiting Parkinsonian symptoms. Which medication is responsible for the development of Parkinsonian symptoms?
A
Depakote (divalproex sodium)
B
Cogentin (benzatropine mesylate)
C
Zyprexa (olanzapine)
D
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
Question 11 Explanation:
A side effect of antipsychotic medication is the development of Parkinsonian symptoms. Cogentin and Benadryl are incorrect because they are used to reverse Parkinsonian symptoms in the client taking antipsychotic medication. Depakote is incorrect because the medication is an anticonvulsant used to stabilize mood. Parkinsonian symptoms are not associated with anticonvulsant medication.
Question 12
A client with breast cancer is returned to the room following a right total mastectomy. The nurse should:
A
Place the client’s right arm in a dependent sling
B
Elevate the client’s right arm on pillows
C
Keep the client’s right arm on the bed beside her
D
Place the client’s right arm across her body
Question 12 Explanation:
A total mastectomy involves removal of the entire breast and some or all of the axillary lymph nodes. Following surgery, the client’s right arm should be elevated on pillows, to facilitate lymph drainage. Other answer choices are incorrect because they would not help facilitate lymph drainage and would create increased edema in the affected extremity.
Question 13
Which finding is the best indication that a client with ineffective airway clearance needs suctioning?
A
Arterial blood gases
B
Oxygen saturation
C
Respiratory rate
D
Breath sounds
Question 13 Explanation:
Changes in breath sounds are the best indication of the need for suctioning in the client with ineffective airway clearance. Other answer choices are incorrect because they can be altered by other conditions.
Question 14
The doctor has prescribed a diet high in vitamin B12 for a client with pernicious anemia. Which foods are highest in B12?
A
Peanut butter, raisins, molasses
B
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage
C
Shrimp, legumes, bran cereals
D
Meat, eggs, dairy products
Question 14 Explanation:
Meat, eggs, and dairy products are foods high in vitamin B12. Peanut butter, raisins, and molasses are sources rich in iron.Broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are sources rich in vitamin K. Shrimp, legumes, and bran cereals are high in magnesium.
Question 15
The mother of a 6-month-old asks when her child will have all his baby teeth. The nurse knows that most children have all their primary teeth by age:
A
24 months
B
18 months
C
12 months
D
30 months
Question 15 Explanation:
All 20 primary, or deciduous, teeth should be present by age 30 months. Other answer choices are incorrect because the ages are wrong.
Question 16
Which of the following nursing interventions has the highest priority for the client scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram?
A
Encouraging fluids the evening before the test
B
Providing the client with a favorite meal for dinner
C
Asking if the client has allergies to shellfish
D
Telling the client what to expect during the test
Question 16 Explanation:
The contrast media used during an intravenous pyelogram contains iodine, which can result in an anaphylactic reaction.
Question 17
A high school student returns to school following a 3-week absence due to mononucleosis. The school nurse knows it will be important for the client:
A
To have a snack twice a day to prevent hypoglycemia
B
To drink additional fluids throughout the day
C
To avoid contact sports for 1–2 months
D
To continue antibiotic therapy for 6 months
Question 17 Explanation:
The client recovering from mononucleosis should avoid contact sports and other activities that could result in injury or rupture of the spleen. The client does not need additional fluids. Hypoglycemia is not associated with mononucleosis. Antibiotics are not usually indicated in the treatment of mononucleosis.
Question 18
A client with hypertension has begun an aerobic exercise program. The nurse should tell the client that the recommended exercise regimen should begin slowly and build up to:
A
1 hour two times a week
B
45 minutes two times a week
C
20–30 minutes three times a week
D
1 hour four times a week
Question 18 Explanation:
The client’s aerobic workout should be 20–30 minutes long three times a week. Other answer choices exceed the recommended time for the client beginning an aerobic program; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 19
The doctor has prescribed Cortone (cortisone) for a client with systemic lupus erythematosis. Which instruction should be given to the client?
A
Wear sunglasses to prevent cataracts.
B
Schedule a time to take the influenza vaccine.
C
Take the medication 30 minutes before eating.
D
Report changes in appetite and weight.
Question 19 Explanation:
The client taking steroid medication should receive an annual influenza vaccine. The medication should be taken with food. Increased appetite and weight gain are expected side effects of the medication. Wearing sunglasses will not prevent cataracts.
Question 20
Which development milestone puts the 4-month-old infant at greatest risk for injury?
A
Rolling over
B
Switching objects from one hand to another
C
Crawling
D
Standing
Question 20 Explanation:
At 4 months of age, the infant can roll over, which makes it vulnerable to falls from dressing tables or beds without rails. Switching objects from one hand to another is incorrect because it does not prove a threat to safety. Crawling and standing are incorrect because the 4-month-old is not capable of crawling or standing.
Question 21
The primary cause of anemia in a client with chronic renal failure is:
A
Poor iron absorption
B
Insufficient erythropoietin
C
Lack of intrinsic factor
D
Destruction of red blood cells
Question 21 Explanation:
Insufficient erythropoietin production is the primary cause of anemia in the client with chronic renal failure. Other answer choices do not relate to the anemia seen in the client with chronic renal failure; therefore, they are incorrect.
Question 22
Assessment of a newborn male reveals that the infant has hypospadias. The nurse knows that:
A
Surgical correction will be done by 6 months of age.
B
Surgical correction is delayed until 6 years of age.
C
The infant should not be circumcised.
D
The infant should be circumcised to facilitate voiding.
Question 22 Explanation:
The infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised because the foreskin is used in reconstruction. Reconstruction is done between 16 and 18 months of age, before toilet training. The infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised.
Question 23
A client taking Dilantin (phenytoin) for grand mal seizures is preparing for discharge. Which information should be included in the client’s discharge care plan?
A
The client will need a regularly scheduled CBC.
B
The medication can cause dental staining.
C
The medication can cause problems with drowsiness.
D
The client will need to avoid a high-carbohydrate diet.
Question 23 Explanation:
Adverse side effects of Dilantin include agranulocytosis and aplastic anemia; therefore, the client will need frequent CBCs. The medication does not cause dental staining. The medication does not interfere with the metabolism of carbohydrates.The medication does not cause drowsiness.
Question 24
The nurse is caring for a client with stage III Alzheimer’s disease. A characteristic of this stage is:
A
Failing to communicate
B
Failing to recognize familiar objects
C
Wandering at night
D
Memory loss
Question 24 Explanation:
In stage III of Alzheimer’s disease, the client develops agnosia, or failure to recognize familiar objects. Memory loss appears in stage I. Wandering at night appears in stage II. Failing to communicate appears in stage IV.
Question 25
The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse knows that aspirin was prescribed to:
A
Keep platelets from clumping together
B
Prevent cerebral anoxia
C
Boost coagulation
D
Prevent headaches
Question 25 Explanation:
Aspirin prevents the platelets from clumping together to prevent clots. Low-dose aspirin will not prevent headaches. Boost coagulation and prevent cerebral anoxia are untrue statements; therefore, they are incorrect.
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1. Which finding is the best indication that a client with ineffective airway clearance needs suctioning?
Oxygen saturation
Respiratory rate
Breath sounds
Arterial blood gases
2. A client with tuberculosis has a prescription for Myambutol (ethambutol HCl). The nurse should tell the client to notify the doctor immediately if he notices:
Gastric distress
Changes in hearing
Red discoloration of bodily fluids
Changes in color vision
3. The primary cause of anemia in a client with chronic renal failure is:
Poor iron absorption
Destruction of red blood cells
Lack of intrinsic factor
Insufficient erythropoietin
4. Which of the following nursing interventions has the highest priority for the client scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram?
Providing the client with a favorite meal for dinner
Asking if the client has allergies to shellfish
Encouraging fluids the evening before the test
Telling the client what to expect during the test
5. The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse knows that aspirin was prescribed to:
Prevent headaches
Boost coagulation
Prevent cerebral anoxia
Keep platelets from clumping together
6. A client with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take medication. The nurse should tell the client that:
Medication is rarely needed after 2 weeks.
He will need to take medication the rest of his life.
The course of therapy is usually 18–24 months.
He will be re-evaluated in 1 month to see if further medication is needed.
7. Which development milestone puts the 4-month-old infant at greatest risk for injury?
Switching objects from one hand to another
Crawling
Standing
Rolling over
8. A client taking Dilantin (phenytoin) for grand mal seizures is preparing for discharge. Which information should be included in the client’s discharge care plan?
The medication can cause dental staining.
The client will need to avoid a high-carbohydrate diet.
The client will need a regularly scheduled CBC.
The medication can cause problems with drowsiness.
9. Assessment of a newborn male reveals that the infant has hypospadias. The nurse knows that:
The infant should not be circumcised.
Surgical correction will be done by 6 months of age.
Surgical correction is delayed until 6 years of age.
The infant should be circumcised to facilitate voiding.
10. The nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client with elevated cholesterol levels. Which cooking oil is not suggested for the client on a low-cholesterol diet?
Safflower oil
Sunflower oil
Coconut oil
Canola oil
11. The nurse is caring for a client with stage III Alzheimer’s disease. A characteristic of this stage is:
Memory loss
Failing to recognize familiar objects
Wandering at night
Failing to communicate
12. The doctor has prescribed Cortone (cortisone) for a client with systemic lupus erythematosis. Which instruction should be given to the client?
Take the medication 30 minutes before eating.
Report changes in appetite and weight.
Wear sunglasses to prevent cataracts.
Schedule a time to take the influenza vaccine.
13. The nurse is caring for a client with an above-the-knee amputation (AKA). To prevent contractures, the nurse should:
Place the client in a prone position 15–30 minutes twice a day
Keep the foot of the bed elevated on shock blocks
Place trochanter rolls on either side of the affected leg
Keep the client’s leg elevated on two pillows
14. The mother of a 6-month-old asks when her child will have all his baby teeth. The nurse knows that most children have all their primary teeth by age:
12 months
18 months
24 months
30 months
15. While caring for a client with cervical cancer, the nurse notes that the radioactive implant is lying in the bed. The nurse should:
Place the implant in a biohazard bag and return it to the lab
Give the client a pair of gloves and ask her to reinsert the implant
Use tongs to pick up the implant and return it to a lead-lined container
Discard the implant in the commode and double-flush
16. The nurse is preparing to discharge a client following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The nurse should:
Tell the client to avoid a tub bath for 48 hours
Tell the client to expect clay-colored stools
Tell the client that she can expect lower abdominal pain for the next week
Tell the client that she can resume a regular diet in the next 24 hours
17. A high school student returns to school following a 3-week absence due to mononucleosis. The school nurse knows it will be important for the client:
To drink additional fluids throughout the day
To avoid contact sports for 1–2 months
To have a snack twice a day to prevent hypoglycemia
To continue antibiotic therapy for 6 months
18. A 6-year-old with cystic fibrosis has an order for Creon. The nurse knows that the medication will be given:
At bedtime
With meals and snacks
Twice daily
Daily in the morning
19. The doctor has prescribed a diet high in vitamin B12 for a client with pernicious anemia. Which foods are highest in B12?
Meat, eggs, dairy products
Peanut butter, raisins, molasses
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage
Shrimp, legumes, bran cereals
20. A client with hypertension has begun an aerobic exercise program. The nurse should tell the client that the recommended exercise regimen should begin slowly and build up to:
20–30 minutes three times a week
45 minutes two times a week
1 hour four times a week
1 hour two times a week
21. A client with breast cancer is returned to the room following a right total mastectomy. The nurse should:
Elevate the client’s right arm on pillows
Place the client’s right arm in a dependent sling
Keep the client’s right arm on the bed beside her
Place the client’s right arm across her body
22. A neurological consult has been ordered for a pediatric client with suspected petit mal seizures. The client with petit mal seizures can be expected to have:
Short, abrupt muscle contraction
Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements
Abrupt loss of muscle tone
A brief lapse in consciousness
23. A client with schizoaffective disorder is exhibiting Parkinsonian symptoms. Which medication is responsible for the development of Parkinsonian symptoms?
Zyprexa (olanzapine)
Cogentin (benzatropine mesylate)
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
Depakote (divalproex sodium)
24. Which activity is best suited to the 12-year-old with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
Playing video games
Swimming
Working crossword puzzles
Playing slow-pitch softball
25. The glycosylated hemoglobin of a 40-year-old client with diabetes mellitus is 2.5%. The nurse understands that:
The client can have a higher-calorie diet.
The client has good control of her diabetes.
The client requires adjustment in her insulin dose.
The client has poor control of her diabetes.
Answers and Rationales
Answer C is correct. Changes in breath sounds are the best indication of the need for suctioning in the client with ineffective airway clearance. Answers A, B, and D are incorrect because they can be altered by other conditions.
Answer D is correct. An adverse reaction to Myambutol is change in visual acuity or color vision. Answer A is incorrect because it does not relate to the medication. Answer C is incorrect because it is an adverse reaction to Streptomycin. Answer C is incorrect because it is a side effect of Rifampin.
Answer D is correct. Insufficient erythropoietin production is the primary cause of anemia in the client with chronic renal failure. Answers A, B, and C do not relate to the anemia seen in the client with chronic renal failure; therefore, they are incorrect.
Answer B is correct. The contrast media used during an intravenous pyelogram contains iodine, which can result in an anaphylactic reaction. Answers A, C, and D do not relate specifically to the test; therefore, they are incorrect.
Answer D is correct. Aspirin prevents the platelets from clumping together to prevent clots. Answer A is incorrect because the low-dose aspirin will not prevent headaches. Answers B and C are untrue statements; therefore, they are incorrect.
Answer C is correct. The usual course of treatment requires that medication be given for 18 months to 2 years. Answers A and D are incorrect because the treatment time is too brief. Answer B is incorrect because the medication is not needed for life.
Answer D is correct. At 4 months of age, the infant can roll over, which makes it vulnerable to falls from dressing tables or beds without rails. Answer A is incorrect because it does not prove a threat to safety. Answers B and C are incorrect because the 4-month-old is not capable of crawling or standing.
Answer C is correct. Adverse side effects of Dilantin include agranulocytosis and aplastic anemia; therefore, the client will need frequent CBCs. Answer A is incorrect because the medication does not cause dental staining. Answer B is incorrect because the medication does not interfere with the metabolism of carbohydrates. Answer D is incorrect because the medication does not cause drowsiness.
Answer A is correct. The infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised because the foreskin is used in reconstruction. Answer B and C are incorrect because reconstruction is done between 16 and 18 months of age, before toilet training. Answer D is incorrect because the infant with hypospadias should not be circumcised.
Answer C is correct. Coconut oil is high in saturated fat and is not appropriate for the client on a low-cholesterol diet. Answers A, B, and D are incorrect because they are suggested for the client with elevated cholesterol levels.
Answer B is correct. In stage III of Alzheimer’s disease, the client develops agnosia, or failure to recognize familiar objects. Answer A is incorrect because it appears in stage I. Answer C is incorrect because it appears in stage II. Answer D is incorrect because it appears in stage IV.
Answer D is correct. The client taking steroid medication should receive an annual influenza vaccine. Answer A is incorrect because the medication should be taken with food. Answer B is incorrect because increased appetite and weight gain are expected side effects of the medication. Answer C is incorrect because wearing sunglasses will not prevent cataracts.
Answer A is correct. The client with an above-the-knee amputation should be placed prone 15–30 minutes twice a day to prevent contractures. Answers B and D are incorrect because elevating the extremity after the first 24 hours will promote the development of contractures. Use of a trochanter roll will prevent rotation of the extremity but will not prevent contracture; therefore, answer D is incorrect.
Answer D is correct. All 20 primary, or deciduous, teeth should be present by age 30 months. Answers A, B, and C are incorrect because the ages are wrong.
Answer C is correct. The radioactive implant should be picked up with tongs and returned to the lead-lined container. Answer A is incorrect because radioactive materials are placed in lead-lined containers, not plastic ones, and are returned to the radiation department, not the lab. Answer B is incorrect because the client should not touch the implant or try to reinsert it. Answer D is incorrect because the implant should not be placed in the commode for disposal.
Answer A is correct. Following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the client should avoid a tub bath for 48 hours. Answer B is incorrect because the stools should not be clay colored. Answer C is incorrect because pain is usually located in the shoulders. Answer D is incorrect because the client should not resume a regular diet until clear liquids have been tolerated.
Answer B is correct. The client recovering from mononucleosis should avoid contact sports and other activities that could result in injury or rupture of the spleen. Answer A is incorrect because the client does not need additional fluids. Hypoglycemia is not associated with mononucleosis; therefore, answer C is incorrect. Answer D is incorrect because antibiotics are not usually indicated in the treatment of mononucleosis.
Answer B is correct. Pancreatic enzyme replacement is given with each meal and each snack. Answers A, C, and D do not specify a relationship to meals; therefore, they are incorrect.
Answer A is correct. Meat, eggs, and dairy products are foods high in vitamin B12. Answer B is incorrect because peanut butter, raisins, and molasses are sources rich in iron. Answer C is incorrect because broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are sources rich in vitamin K. Answer D is incorrect because shrimp, legumes, and bran cereals are high in magnesium.
Answer A is correct. The client’s aerobic workout should be 20–30 minutes long three times a week. Answers B, C, and D exceed the recommended time for the client beginning an aerobic program; therefore, they are incorrect.
Answer A is correct. A total mastectomy involves removal of the entire breast and some or all of the axillary lymph nodes. Following surgery, the client’s right arm should be elevated on pillows, to facilitate lymph drainage. Answers B, C, and D are incorrect because they would not help facilitate lymph drainage and would create increased edema in the affected extremity.
Answer D is correct. Absence seizures, formerly known as petit mal seizures, are characterized by a brief lapse in consciousness accompanied by rapid eye blinking, lip smacking, and minor myoclonus of the upper extremities. Answer A refers to myoclonic seizure; therefore, it is incorrect. Answer B refers to tonic clonic, formerly known as grand mal, seizures; therefore, it is incorrect. Answer C refers to atonic seizures; therefore, it is incorrect.
Answer A is correct. A side effect of antipsychotic medication is the development of Parkinsonian symptoms. Answers B and C are incorrect because they are used to reverse Parkinsonian symptoms in the client taking antipsychotic medication. Answer D is incorrect because the medication is an anticonvulsant used to stabilize mood. Parkinsonian symptoms are not associated with anticonvulsant medication.
Answer B is correct. Exercises that provide light passive resistance are best for the child with rheumatoid arthritis. Answers A and C require movement of the hands and fingers that might be too painful for the child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; therefore, they are incorrect. Answer D is incorrect because it requires the use of larger joints affected by the disease.
Answer B is correct. The client’s diabetes is well under control. Answer A is incorrect because it will lead to elevated glycosylated hemoglobin. Answer C is incorrect because the diet and insulin dose are appropriate for the client. Answer D is incorrect because the desired range for glycosylated hemoglobin in the adult client is 2.5%–5.9%