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Question 1 of 5

Which nursing instruction should the nurse discuss with the client who is receiving glucocorticoids for Addison's disease?

A. Discuss the importance of tapering medications when discontinuing medication

B. Explain the dose may need to be increased during times of stress or infection

C. Instruct the client to take medication on an empty stomach with a glass of water

D. Encourage the client to wear clean white socks when wearing tennis shoes

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Explain the dose may need to be increased during times of stress or infection

Question 2 of 5

The client is prescribed methotrexate for a diagnosis of psoriasis. Which data should the nurse monitor?

A. The glomerular filtration rate.

B. The blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels.

C. The complete blood count (CBC).

D. The iron-binding capacity.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The complete blood count (CBC).

Question 3 of 5

The nurse provides anticipatory guidance to parents telling them the maximum water temperature for bathing children is which temperature?

A. 100Â°F (37.8Â°C)

B. 110Â°F (43.3Â°C)

C. 120Â°F (48.9Â°C)

D. 140Â°F (60Â°C)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 120Â°F (48.9Â°C)

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is evaluating the condition of a client after pericardiocentesis performed to treat cardiac tamponade. Which observation would indicate that the procedure was effective?

A. Muffled heart sounds

B. A rise in blood pressure

C. Jugular venous distention

D. Client expressions of dyspnea

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A rise in blood pressure

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client with a diagnosis of acute cellulitis of the lower leg. The nurse anticipates which measure will be prescribed to treat this condition?

A. warm moist compresses to the affected area

B. cold compresses to the affected area

C. heat lamp treatments 4 times daily

D. alternating hot to cold compresses every 2 hours

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: warm moist compresses to the affected area

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