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An older adult client with heart failure has a signed do not resuscitate (DNR) form in the medical record. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reports that the client is not breathing, and the nurse confirms the UAP’s findings. Which action should the nurse take next?
- A. Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and call a code.
- B. Ask the UAP to complete postmortem care.
- C. Report the client’s status to the healthcare provider.
- D. Notify the family of the client’s death.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting respects DNR and ensures documentation.
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- A. 1500
- B. 1600
- C. 1800
- D. 1000
- E. 1200
Correct Answer: A,B,C,G,H
Rationale: Times align with clinical changes.
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- A. Send the UAP to be fitted for a particulate filter mask immediately.
- B. Instruct the UAP that a standard face mask is sufficient.
- C. Before changing assignments, determine which staff members have fitted particulate filter masks.
- D. Advise the UAP to wear a standard face mask to obtain vital signs.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard mask suffices for droplet precautions.
The nurse is preparing to give an emergency sedative injection to an agitated client. Which action by the nurse comprises a tort?
- A. Administering the medication to a client behind a closed curtain.
- B. Informing a client that the medication being administered is a vitamin.
- C. Placing a client in restraints without having a healthcare provider’s order.
- D. Enlisting security personnel to assist with restraining the client.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deception violates informed consent.
The nurse is teaching a client about a newly prescribed medication. To confirm that the client is learning the critical information, which strategy is most important for the nurse to include during the instruction?
- A. Provide client-focused information.
- B. Observe the client’s body language.
- C. Ask the client for learning feedback.
- D. Reinforce key points with the client.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feedback confirms understanding.
A nurse is reviewing a client’s laboratory results and notes a blood glucose result of 104 mg/dL (5.8 mmol/L). The reference range is 74 to 106 mg/dL (4.1 to 5.9 mmol/L). Which action should the nurse take?
- A. Place the client on contact precautions.
- B. Start a high-fiber diet.
- C. Administer an oral steroid.
- D. Make the client NPO.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Normal glucose requires no action.