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The nurse is caring for a client with a history of osteoporosis.
- A. Which intervention is most effective for preventing fractures in a client with osteoporosis?
- B. Encourage weight-bearing exercises.
- C. Administer vitamin C supplements.
- D. Restrict calcium intake.
- E. Encourage bed rest to prevent falls.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises strengthen bones, reducing fracture risk in osteoporosis. Vitamin C is less critical than calcium and vitamin D, calcium restriction worsens bone loss, and bed rest increases bone resorption.
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The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure.
- A. Which symptom indicates worsening heart failure in a client?
- B. Weight gain of 2 pounds in 24 hours.
- C. Decreased blood pressure.
- D. Clear lung sounds bilaterally.
- E. Improved exercise tolerance.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A weight gain of 2 pounds in 24 hours indicates fluid retention, a sign of worsening heart failure. Decreased blood pressure may occur but is less specific, clear lung sounds suggest stability, and improved exercise tolerance indicates improvement.
The nurse is caring for clients in the outpatient clinic. A young adult female is seeking help for weight loss. Her weight is 257 pounds, and she is 5'7'' tall.
Which of the following indicates the MOST appropriate diet choices for breakfast?
- A. Applesauce, cream of wheat, toast.
- B. Scrambled eggs and toast, one slice of bacon.
- C. One glass of grapefruit juice.
- D. Bagel with two ounces of cream cheese and a banana.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the topic of the question. (1) correct-breakfast with some substance won't leave her feeling hungry most of the morning (2) high fat content (3) doesn't provide a balance of nutrients and may leave the client feeling very hungry before lunch (4) high fat content
A client is readmitted with a recurrent urinary tract infection. The client is to be discharged home on methenamine mandelate (Mandelamine). The nurse should instruct the client to limit intake of which of the following fluids?
- A. Milk.
- B. Juices.
- C. Water.
- D. Tea.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: should limit intake of alkaline foods and fluids, such as milk
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about colchicine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
- A. Take the medication with grapefruit juice.
- B. Report any diarrhea.
- C. Stop the medication if gout attacks cease.
- D. Avoid regular joint exams.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diarrhea is a serious colchicine side effect, indicating potential toxicity. Options A, C, and D are incorrect.
The nurse is caring for a client suspected to have Tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following diagnostic tests is essential for determining the presence of active TB?
- A. Tuberculin skin testing
- B. Sputum culture
- C. White blood cell count
- D. Chest x-ray
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sputum culture. The sputum culture is the most accurate method for determining the presence of active TB.