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The nurse is caring for a client with a history of anxiety who is receiving lorazepam (Ativan) 0.5 mg PO tid. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
- A. Mild sedation.
- B. Dry mouth.
- C. Dizziness upon standing.
- D. Insomnia.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dizziness upon standing suggests orthostatic hypotension, a serious lorazepam side effect. Options A, B, and D are common.
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The nurse is caring for clients in the hospital. Which of the following nursing activities BEST promotes rest for an elderly hospitalized client?
- A. Place a clock at the bedside.
- B. Restrict visitors so that the client is alone during the evening.
- C. Tell the client how to call for help if needed.
- D. Postpone explanation of further tests that the client will need.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: elderly client who feels isolated and unable to obtain help if needed cannot rest properly
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV fluids at 150 mL/hour. Which of the following findings would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
- A. Blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg.
- B. Heart rate of 90 bpm.
- C. Crackles in the lung bases.
- D. Urine output of 100 mL/hour.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crackles in the lung bases suggest fluid overload, a serious complication of IV fluids, potentially leading to pulmonary edema. Options A, B, and D are normal or less concerning: blood pressure 140/90 mmHg and heart rate 90 bpm are stable, and urine output 100 mL/hour is adequate.
Which of the following nursing actions has the HIGHEST priority for a teenager admitted with burns to 50% of his body?
- A. Counseling regarding problems of body image.
- B. Maintain airborne precautions.
- C. Maintain aseptic technique during procedures.
- D. Encourage peers to visit on a regular basis.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A teenager with 50% body burns is at high risk for infection due to loss of skin barrier. Maintaining aseptic technique during procedures is the highest priority to prevent life-threatening infections. Counseling, precautions, and peer visits are important but secondary to infection control.
The physician prescribes cimetidine (Tagamet) 300 mg PO qid for a 75-year-old man. The nurse instructs the client about the medication. Which of the following statements, if made by the client, would indicate that further teaching is needed?
- A. I'll take this pill with meals and before bed.
- B. I may experience mild diarrhea for a while.
- C. My stools may change color while I'm on this medication.
- D. I should call my doctor if I get an acne-like rash.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: no change in stool color
The nurse cares for an 8 lb, 8 oz newborn boy. The infant's history indicates that his mother was given magnesium sulfate IV 4 g in 250 ml D5W several hours before delivery. The nurse would be MOST concerned if which of the following was observed?
- A. Temperature 97.6°F (36.5°C).
- B. Apical pulse 140 bpm.
- C. Respirations 18.
- D. BP 80/50.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: magnesium sulfate can cause slowing of respirations and hyporeflexia; normal respirations 30-60/min