A 12-month-old child who had repair of a congenital heart defect at 8 months of age has a normal exam and is not taking any medications. The nurse practitioner will contact the child's cardiologist to discuss whether the child needs which medication?
- A. Amoxicillin
- B. Capoten
- C. Digoxin
- D. Furosemide
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Children who have had complete repair of congenital heart defect (CHD) should have subacute bacterial endocarditis (SBE) prophylaxis with amoxicillin for 6 months after the procedure.
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A woman who works as a data entry clerk is concerned as to how recent diagnosis of Raynaud's syndrome is going to affect her job performance. Which instruction should the nurse provide this client?
- A. Use a space heater to keep the workspace warm
- B. Keep hands elevated above the heart to prevent swelling.
- C. Wear tight gloves during work to avoid temperature fluctuations.
- D. Take frequent breaks to improve circulation in the hands.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the hands warm helps prevent vasospasms, which are characteristic of Raynaud's syndrome.
The tricuspid valve is in closed position corresponding to which of the following curves of central venous pressure:
- A. a' wave
- B. x descent
- C. x' descent
- D. y descent
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The tricuspid valve is closed during the x descent of the central venous pressure curve.
Concerning SLE:
- A. Antibodies against double standard RNA are a typical finding
- B. Haematoxylin bodies occur in areas of inflammation
- C. Usually progresses to renal failure within two years
- D. Alopecia is a recognised finding
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alopecia is a recognized clinical feature of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), often associated with disease activity.
Regarding cranial nerves:
- A. Meningioma of the olfactory groove may cause unilateral anosmia
- B. Lesion in the geniculate ganglion produces hyperacusis
- C. Frontalis muscle is spared in lower motor neuron facial palsy
- D. In oculomotor palsy, pupillary sparing occurs in early stages of external compression of the nerve by a tumour
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Meningioma affecting the olfactory groove can compress the olfactory nerve, leading to unilateral anosmia.
What information should the nurse include in the teaching plan of a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
- A. Sleep without pillows at night to maintain neck alignment.
- B. Adjust food intake to three full meals per day and no snacks.
- C. Minimize symptoms by wearing loose, comfortable clothing
- D. Avoid participation in any aerobic exercise programs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Loose clothing reduces pressure on the abdomen, which can help minimize GERD symptoms.