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Pro-BNP can be increased in all, except
- A. Coronary artery disease
- B. Sepsis
- C. Pulmonary hypertension
- D. Obesity
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Obesity is not typically associated with increased Pro-BNP levels.
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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.
The nurse is caring for a child with acute glomerulonephritis. Which of the following would most likely indicate that the child’s condition is improving?
- A. Increased urine output with normal color and consistency
- B. Decrease in the blood pressure
- C. A reduction in protein levels in the urine
- D. A decrease in hematuria
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Improved renal function is indicated by increased urine output and the return of urine to normal color and consistency.
A child has a Glasgow Coma Scale of 3, HR of 88 beats per minute and regular, respiratory rate of 22, BP of 78/52, and blood sugar of 35 mg/dL. The nurse asks the caregiver about accidental ingestion of which drug?
- A. Calcium channel blocker
- B. Beta blocker
- C. ACE inhibitor
- D. ARB
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Beta blockers affect the heart and also block beta receptors in the liver, reducing glycogen release and causing hypoglycemia. The low HR and BP support beta blocker ingestion.
A male client with diabetes mellitus (DM) is transferred from the hospital to a rehabilitation facility following treatment for a stroke with resulting right hemiplegia. He tells the nurse that his feet are always uncomfortably cool at night, preventing him from falling asleep. Which action should the nurse implement.
- A. Provide a warming pad (Aqua-pad or K-pad) to feet
- B. Medicate the client with a prescribed sedative
- C. Use a bed cradle to hold the covers off the feet
- D. Place warm blankets next to the client's feet
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Warm blankets can help improve circulation and provide comfort without the risk of burns associated with heating pads.
Common causes of jaundice in a 12-hour-old neonate include:
- A. Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
- B. Rhesus isoimmunisation
- C. Crigler-Najjar syndrome type II
- D. Choledochal cyst
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rhesus isoimmunisation can cause severe hemolysis in neonates, leading to early-onset jaundice within the first 12 hours of life.