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Which type of physician should this client be encouraged to see?
- A. a radiologist
- B. a gynecologist
- C. a physiatrist
- D. an oncologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A gynecologist specializes in the female reproductive system and is best suited to address postmenopausal bleeding, which may indicate conditions like endometrial cancer or hormonal imbalances. A radiologist evaluates imaging, a physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation, and an oncologist treats cancer, but a gynecologist is the primary specialist for this issue.
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For a client requiring total oral care, it is important for the nurse to:
- A. assemble all equipment, assist the client to semi-Fowler's position, and place a towel on his chest.
- B. place client in Fowler's position, prepare the equipment, and tell the client what to do.
- C. assemble all equipment, place the client in a side-lying position, and place a towel under his chin.
- D. use gloves and clean the client's mouth, including the tongue.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assemble all equipment first; place the client in a side-lying position so that fluid can easily flow out or pool in the side of the mouth for suctioning (to prevent aspiration); and then place a towel under the client's chin and a curved basin against the chin. Gloves should be worn.
The client who is Jewish is to receive a kosher meal. Which direction by the nurse to the NA is appropriate?
- A. Avoid eye contact when delivering the meal tray.
- B. Do not remove the wrapping from the plastic utensils.
- C. Have the client sit for the meal facing toward Mecca.
- D. Check that the meal contains both milk and kosher meat.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Unwrapped utensils ensure kosher compliance. A: Eye contact is not restricted. C: Facing Mecca is a Muslim practice. D: Kosher meals separate dairy and meat.
A client with major head trauma is receiving bolus enteral feeding. The most important nursing order for this client is:
- A. Measure intake and output
- B. Check albumin level
- C. Monitor glucose levels
- D. Increase enteral feeding
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Measuring intake and output assesses fluid balance, critical in enteral feeding to prevent dehydration or fluid overload due to hyperosmotic feedings.
The client was treated for constipation 1 month earlier. On a return clinic visit, which statement would best assist the nurse to evaluate that the client is no longer constipated?
- A. I drink 2000 milliliters of fluids daily, including drinking 4 ounces of prune juice.
- B. I have had a soft-formed stool without straining every other day for the past 2 weeks.
- C. I needed to give myself only one disposable enema since my appointment last month.
- D. I have a lot of discomfort from hemorrhoids during my daily bowel movements.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Soft stools every other day without straining indicates resolved constipation. A: Fluid intake prevents constipation but doesn't confirm resolution. C: Enema use doesn't confirm regular bowel function. D: Hemorrhoid discomfort doesn't clarify stool frequency or consistency.
A client has a nasogastric (NG) tube in place following abdominal surgery. The purpose of this tube immediately following surgery is to:
- A. simplify medication administration
- B. measure accurate input and output
- C. prevent accumulation of fluids and gas
- D. facilitate collection of specimens
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Postoperative NG tubes decompress the stomach, preventing fluid and gas buildup that could disrupt surgical sites or cause vomiting.