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Which type of insulin can be administered by a continuous IV drip?
- A. Humulin N
- B. NPH insulin
- C. Regular insulin
- D. Lente insulin
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular insulin is the only insulin that can be administered IV.
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A nurse is preparing to mix and administer chemotherapy. What equipment would be unnecessary to obtain?
- A. Surgical gloves
- B. Luer lok fitting IV tubing
- C. Surgical hat cover
- D. Disposable long-sleeve gown
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Surgical gloves, Luer lok tubing, and long-sleeve gowns are essential for safe chemotherapy administration to prevent exposure. A surgical hat cover (C) is not typically required unless in a sterile procedure.
A pregnant client comes to the office for her first prenatal examination at 10 weeks. She has been pregnant twice before; the first delivery produced a viable baby girl at 39 weeks 3 years ago; the second pregnancy produced a viable baby boy at 36 weeks 2 years ago. Both children are living and well. Using the gravida and para system to record the client's obstetrical history, the nurse should record:
- A. Gravida 3 para 1
- B. Gravida 3 para 2
- C. Gravida 2 para 1
- D. Gravida 2 para 2
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gravida=3 (current pregnancy), Para=2 (two births after 20 weeks).
A seventh grader lost consciousness after being hit in the head with a basketball. In the emergency room his vital signs are stable, and he demonstrates no neurologic deficit. He will not be admitted to the hospital. It is most important that you advise his mother to:
- A. Encourage him to drink plenty of fluids
- B. Expect him to have nausea with vomiting
- C. Keep him awake for the next 12 hours
- D. Wake him up every 1-2 hours during the night
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: If the child cannot be awakened from sleep after head injury, it is an indication of serious increase in ICP. The mother should call an ambulance right away.
The nurse is caring for a client with osteoporosis who is being discharged on alendronate (Fosamax). Which statement would indicate a need for further teaching?
- A. "I should take the medication immediately before bedtime every night."
- B. "I should remain in an upright position for 30 minutes after taking Fosamax."
- C. "The medication should be taken by mouth with water."
- D. "I should not have any food with this medication."
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alendronate should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach, not before bedtime (A), indicating a need for further teaching. Upright positioning (B), taking with water (C), and avoiding food (D) are correct.
The physician has prescribed Oxycontin (oxycodone) for a client following an exploratory laparotomy. Which of the following is an adverse effect associated with the medication?
- A. Pulmonary edema
- B. Increased blood pressure
- C. Nervousness
- D. Rapid pulse
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxycontin, an opioid, can cause nervousness or restlessness as a central nervous system side effect, alongside more common effects like sedation or respiratory depression. Pulmonary edema, increased blood pressure, and rapid pulse are not typical.