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A 20-year-old woman is admitted to the hospital following an accident. Her uncle, a physician from out of state, visits her and asks to see her chart. How should the nurse respond?
- A. Comply with the request and give the chart to the physician
- B. Explain that written permission from his niece is needed first
- C. Suggest that he discuss the case with the attending physician
- D. Give him the chart but do not let him remove it from the nurse's station
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HIPAA regulations require patient consent for chart access, even by a physician relative, unless they are directly involved in care. Permission from the patient is needed first.
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The nurse is reviewing teaching about newly prescribed clonazepam with a client who is receiving palliative care for cancer. Which client statement shows a correct understanding of the nurse's teaching?
- A. I am glad that I can continue to take my kava supplement each morning.
- B. If I can't sleep, I will take some melatonin with my evening dose of clonazepam.
- C. If I feel restless, I can put some drops of lavender essential oil in a diffuser to calm myself.
- D. When my anxiety is getting really intense, I will drink some valerian tea to help me relax.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lavender essential oil in a diffuser is a safe, non-pharmacological method to reduce restlessness, compatible with clonazepam without risk of interaction.
During the client interview for a developmentally normal 18-month-old, the parent expresses concern about the small amount of food the child consumes. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
- A. Check the child for parasitic infections
- B. Consult a pediatric nutritionist for suspected eating disorder
- C. Notify the health care provider
- D. Reinforce teaching about the toddler's nutritional needs
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Toddlers often eat small amounts due to slower growth rates and picky eating. Educating parents about normal toddler nutrition addresses concerns and promotes appropriate feeding practices.
The practical nurse is collecting data on a client receiving methotrexate to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Which finding associated with this drug is most important for the nurse to report to the registered nurse?
- A. Hair loss
- B. Nausea
- C. Petechiae
- D. Stomatitis
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Petechiae indicate thrombocytopenia, a serious adverse effect of methotrexate, risking bleeding and requiring immediate reporting for dose adjustment or discontinuation.
An older adult is seen in clinic. During the assessment process, all of the following are expressed or noted. Which is of most immediate concern to the nurse?
- A. The client's daughter says that the client has become increasingly forgetful.
- B. The client has a productive cough.
- C. The client ambulates slowly.
- D. The client says, 'My arms aren't long enough for me to read the paper.'
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A productive cough suggests a respiratory infection, potentially serious in an older adult, requiring immediate evaluation. Forgetfulness, slow ambulation, or presbyopia are less urgent.
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The nurse prepares to administer an oral expectorant to a client with pneumonia. The client tells the nurse, 'That pill is too big. I won't be able to swallow it.' What is the best action by the nurse?
- A. Contact the pharmacy and request the liquid form of the medication.
- B. Crush the medication and place it in a small amount of applesauce.
- C. Instruct the client to tuck chin to chest while swallowing the tablet.
- D. Obtain a new prescription for the liquid form of the medication.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Contacting the pharmacy for a liquid form addresses the client's difficulty swallowing the pill, ensuring medication adherence without altering the drug inappropriately.