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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with deep partial-thickness and full-thickness burns to the chest area. Which assessment data would warrant notifying the health-care provider?

A. The client is complaining of severe pain
B. The client's pulse oximeter reading is 95%
C. The client has T 100.4°F, P 100, R 24, and BP 102/60
D. The client's urinary output is 50 mL in two (2) hours

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The client's urinary output is 50 mL in two (2) hours

Question 2 of 5

Which medication should the nurse administer first on a medical unit?

A. Griseofulvin to a client diagnosed with tinea corporis.
B. Hydroxyzine to a client who is reporting itching.
C. Acyclovir to a client diagnosed with herpes zoster.
D. Doxycycline to a client diagnosed with acne.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Hydroxyzine to a client who is reporting itching.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is preparing a client with a new diagnosis of hypothyroidism for discharge. The nurse determines that the client understands discharge instructions if the client states that which sign or symptom is associated with this diagnosis?

A. Tremors
B. Weight loss
C. Feeling cold
D. Persistent lethargy

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Feeling cold

Question 4 of 5

Which psychosocial problem should the nurse identify for a client with an external fixator device?

A. Ineffective coping.
B. Alteration in body image.
C. Grieving.
D. Impaired communication.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Alteration in body image.

Question 5 of 5

A client in sinus bradycardia, with a heart rate of 45 beats/minute, complains of dizziness and has a blood pressure of 82/60 mm Hg. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate will be prescribed?

A. Administer digoxin
B. Defibrillate the client
C. Continue to monitor the client
D. Prepare for transcutaneous pacing

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Prepare for transcutaneous pacing

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