A client who had a biliopancreatic diversion procedure (BDP) 3 months ago is admitted with severe dehydration. Which assessment finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
- A. Strong foul-smelling flatus
- B. Gastroccult positive emesis
- C. Complaint of poor night vision
- D. Loose bowel movements
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gastroccult positive emesis indicates gastrointestinal bleeding, which requires immediate intervention to prevent further complications.
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A client who is receiving chemotherapy is vomiting. Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement first?
- A. Teach the client about the importance of hydration
- B. Report the volume of emesis to the healthcare provider
- C. Administer ondansetron hydrochloride (Zofran)
- D. Encourage the client to limit the amount of movement
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering ondansetron (Zofran) will help relieve the vomiting and prevent dehydration, addressing the immediate concern.
Renal childhood diseases responsible for chronic hypertension include
- A. nephrotic syndrome
- B. hemolytic uremic syndrome
- C. acute tubular necrosis
- D. congenital dysplastic kidney
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Congenital dysplastic kidney is a common cause of chronic hypertension in children.
What is cardiac power output (CPO) in a patient with acute anterior wall ST-elevation myocardial infarction and left ventricular failure? His mean arterial pressure was 60 mm Hg and cardiac output calculated on echo was 2.91l min−1.
- A. 0.48
- B. 0.38
- C. 0.58
- D. 0.68
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cardiac power output is calculated as (MAP × cardiac output) / 451. For the given values, the correct calculation gives a value of 0.58.
Which among the following is an anatomical scoring system?
- A. STS Score.
- B. Euroscore II
- C. SYNTAX Score
- D. GRACE Score
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SYNTAX Score is an anatomical scoring system used to assess coronary artery disease.
Nurse Alice is providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a child, age 4. the nurse should:
- A. Compress the sternum with both hands at a depth of 1½ to 2†(4 to 5 cm)
- B. Deliver 12 breaths/minute
- C. Perform only two-person CPR
- D. Use the heel of one hand for sternal compressions
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For a 4-year-old, the heel of one hand is appropriate for sternal compressions to achieve the correct depth and avoid injury.