The nurse assists with a community teaching program for parents and caregivers of infants. Which statement by a participant indicates that teaching has been successful?
- A. After age 6 months, it's safe to use honey to sweeten my infant's formula
- B. I should wait until my infant is 1 year old to introduce egg products
- C. I switch my 1-year-old to low-fat milk instead of commercial formula
- D. My infant should be able to pick up small finger foods by age 12 months
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Honey (A) is unsafe for infants under 1 year due to the risk of botulism. Waiting until 1 year to introduce egg products (B) is correct to reduce allergy risks. Switching to low-fat milk (C) is incorrect, as infants need whole milk or formula for adequate fat and nutrients. The ability to pick up finger foods by 12 months (D) is a correct developmental milestone, indicating successful teaching.
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The nurse is reviewing medical histories with several clients during a community health screening event. Which of the following client statements indicate a risk factor for cervical cancer? Select all that apply.
- A. I have had four sexual partners during my lifetime.
- B. I have smoked cigarettes for many years.
- C. I never used birth control pills because my partners wore condoms.
- D. I received treatment for chlamydia when I was younger.
- E. I tested positive for human papillomavirus a few years ago.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Cervical cancer is strongly linked to HPV infection (E), which is transmitted through sexual activity, including with multiple partners (A). Smoking (B) increases risk by impairing immune response to HPV. Chlamydia (D) is associated with chronic inflammation, increasing susceptibility. Condom use (C) reduces but does not eliminate HPV risk and is not a direct risk factor.
A mother noticed a large abdominal mass when helping her 3-year-old child bathe. The child is taken to the physician and admitted to the hospital after an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) confirms the diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. Which nursing action is essential to include in the nursing care plan?
- A. Strain all urine and save for analysis.
- B. Avoid palpating the abdomen.
- C. Prepare the child for permanent dialysis.
- D. Help the family understand the poor prognosis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding abdominal palpation prevents potential tumor rupture or metastasis in Wilms' tumor, a critical precaution. Urine straining, dialysis, or poor prognosis are inappropriate.
A client taking Zoloft (sertraline) tells the nurse that she has also been taking St. John's wort. The nurse should report this information to the doctor because:
- A. The two substances have opposing effects.
- B. The amount of medication may be reduced.
- C. Herbals only provide a placebo effect.
- D. It will be necessary to increase the dosage.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: St. John's wort can induce the metabolism of Zoloft, potentially reducing its effectiveness, so the doctor may need to adjust the dose. Answer A is incorrect as they do not have opposing effects. Answer C is incorrect as St. John's wort has pharmacological effects. Answer D is incorrect as increasing the dose may not be necessary.
Which of the following indicates that the client taking an anticoagulant needs further teaching?
- A. The client states that he will report bruising
- B. The client states that he eats green, leafy vegetables at least three times weekly
- C. The client states that he will return to the doctor's office for scheduled lab work
- D. The client states that his insulin dose might have to be adjusted while he is taking an anticoagulant
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Green, leafy vegetables are high in vitamin K, which can counteract anticoagulants like warfarin, so consistent intake or dietary counseling is needed.
A patient has recently been prescribed Lidocaine Hydrochloride. Which of the following symptoms may occur with over dosage?
- A. Memory loss and lack of appetite
- B. Confusion and fatigue
- C. Heightened reflexes
- D. Tinnitus and spasticity
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lidocaine Hydrochloride can cause fatigue and confusion if an over dosage occurs.