Capstone Med Surg Assessment
A nurse is teaching a client about using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?(Ans- It delivers a pre-set amount of airway pressure throughout the breathing cycle
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following a heart transplant. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?(Ans- Shortness of breath might be an indication of transplant rejection
A nurse is caring for a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) and is receiving 3 % sodium chloride via continuous IV. Which of the following laboratory finding should the nurse identify as an indication that the SIADH is resolving?(Ans- Urine specific gravity 1.020
A nurse is teaching a client about fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) for the screening of colorectal cancer. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?(Ans- You should avoid taking corticosteroids prior to testing
A nurse is preparing a client for a colonoscopy. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe as an 1 / 3
anesthetic for the procedure?(Ans- Propofol
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the clients plan?Select all that apply (Ans- Monitor blood glucose levels Maintain NPO status until pain-free Manage acute pain
A nurse is teaching a client who has hypertension about dietary modifications to help control blood pressure. Which of the following food choices should the nurse recommend as the client to include in their diet?(Ans- 3 oz of chicken breast
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has unstable angina. Which of the findings should the nurse report to the provider?(Ans- Breath Sounds
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has GERD.Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates an understanding of the teaching?(Ans- I will limit activities that require bending at the waist.
A nurse at a provide office is interviewing a client who has multiple sclerosis and has been taking dantrolone for several months. Which of the 2 / 3
following client statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?(Ans- I don't have muscle spasms as frequently
.A nurse is assessing a client who reports a possible exposure to HIV.Which of the following finding should the nurse identify as an early manifestation of HIV infection?(Ans- Fatigue
A nurse is teaching a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus about hypoglycemia .which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?(Ans- I can drink 4 ounces of soda if my blood sugar is low
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has heart failure and a prescription for furosemide 20 mg PO two times daily. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?(Ans- Increase intake of high-potassium foods
A nurse is caring for a client who has burn injuries covering their upper body and is concerned about their altered appearance .Which of the following statements should the nurse make?(Ans- It could be helpful for you to attend a support group for people who have burn injuries
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