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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following should the nurse teach the client to avoid when taking chlorpromazine HCL (Thorazine)?

A. Direct sunlight

B. Foods containing tyramine

C. Foods fermented with yeast

D. Canned citrus fruit drinks

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Direct sunlight

Question 2 of 5

Giving responsibility of non-controlled acts refers to:

A. Delegation

B. Assignment

C. Standing orders

D. Transfer of function

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Delegation

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is preparing to administer heparin to a client with a deep vein thrombosis. Which laboratory value should the nurse check before administering the dose?

A. Prothrombin time (PT)

B. Partial thromboplastin time (PTT)

C. International normalized ratio (INR)

D. Platelet count

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Partial thromboplastin time (PTT)

Question 4 of 5

An unlicensed assistive staff member asks the nurse manager to explain the beliefs of a Christian Scientist who refuses admission to the hospital after a motor vehicle accident. The best response of the nurse would be which of these statements?

A. Spiritual healing is emphasized and the mind contributes to the cure.'

B. The primary belief is that dietary practices result in health or illness.'

C. Fasting and prayer are initial actions to take in physical injury.'

D. Meditation is intensive in the initial 48 hours and daily thereafter.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Spiritual healing is emphasized and the mind contributes to the cure.'

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a pre-adolescent client in skeletal Dunlop traction. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this child?

A. Make certain the child is maintained in correct body alignment.

B. Be sure the traction weights touch the end of the bed.

C. Adjust the head and foot of the bed for the child's comfort

D. Release the traction for 15-20 minutes every 6 hours PRN.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Make certain the child is maintained in correct body alignment.

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