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The nurse is providing education to a client regarding the administration of eye
drops. Which of the following actions indicates the need for further client
education?
- A. The client instills the prescribed number of eye drops into the conjunctival sac
- B. The client sets the cap to the eye drop container down in a manner that does not
contaminate it - C. The client touches the administration dropper her to the eye
- D. The client washes her hands before instilling the eye drops
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
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What can the nurse NOT teach a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
(AIDS) to reduce the risk of infection?
- A. Share toothpaste with family members
- B. Avoid raw fruits and vegetables
- C. Avoid cleaning your toothbrush with bleach
- D. Wash your hands thoroughly
Correct Answer: A
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A client has AIDS. Which of these findings indicate possible
infection?
- A. Respirations; 22 breaths per minute
- B. Client ambulates 20 feet
- C. Purulent drainage
- D. Oxygen saturation; 97% on room air
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
What is true about antiretroviral drugs used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
- A. A few missed doses per month are acceptable
- B. Only specific licensed drugs are effective
- C. These drugs inhibit viral replication
- D. These drugs eradicate the virus
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is that antiretroviral drugs inhibit viral replication. These medications work by interfering with the ability of the HIV virus to multiply in the body, helping to control the infection. Choice A is incorrect because consistency in taking antiretroviral drugs is crucial to their effectiveness. Missing doses can lead to treatment failure and the development of drug-resistant strains of HIV. Choice B is incorrect as there are multiple licensed drugs that are effective in treating HIV. Choice D is also incorrect as antiretroviral drugs do not kill the virus but rather suppress its replication.
The 65-year-old male client who is complaining of blurred vision reports he
thinks his glasses need to be cleaned all the time and he denies any type of eye
pain. Which eye disorder should the nurse suspects the clients has?
- A. Cataracts
- B. Diabetic retinopathy
- C. Corneal dystrophy
- D. Conjunctivitis
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The nurse is performing a psychosocial assessment on a client with a severe
rheumatoid arthritis. What would be the most appropriate statement by the
nurse?
- A. "Tell me about what medication you are taking"?
- B. "What physical limitations are you experiencing?"?
- C. "How does this impact your role in your family?"?
- D. "What therapies are you using to reduce swelling?"?
Correct Answer: C
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