A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ibuprofen to treat
rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should teach the client to monitor for what
adverse effect of this medication?
- A. Bleeding
- B. Insomnia
- C. Blurred vision
- D. Constipation
Correct Answer: C
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The client with rheumatoid arthritis is having her rheumatoid factor (RF)
drawn while she is having a flare-up of the disease. Which result is seen in
clients with rheumatoid arthritis?
- A. Factor does not change
- B. Decreased level of rheumatoid arthritis
- C. A positive rheumatoid factor
- D. A negative rheumatoid factor
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
A nurse assesses an area of skin over a bony prominence. What finding would
be most concerning?
- A. Redness
- B. Non-blanching
- C. Blanching
- D. Warmth
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
A nurse is preparing a community presentation about repetitive motion
injuries. Which of the following occupations should the nurse identify as
increasing a client's risk for carpal tunnel syndrome?
- A. Elementary school teacher
- B. Nursing assistant
- C. Assembly line worker
- D. Truck driver
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Which client is at highest risk of compromised immunity?
- A. A client who just had surgery
- B. A client who just delivered a baby
- C. A client with extreme anxiety
- D. A client who is awaiting surgery
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The client had surgery one day ago. What assessment is most likely related to
pain?
- A. Blood pressure of 175/90 mm Hg
- B. Respirations of 10 breaths per minute
- C. Heart rate 60 beats/minute
- D. Oxygen saturation of 97%
Correct Answer: A
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