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Question 1 of 5

If untreated, how long does a keratoacanthoma take to resolve spontaneously?

A. 2 weeks

B. 1 month

C. 3 months

D. 4 months

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 3 months

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a male client diagnosed with folliculitis barbae. Which information should the nurse teach to prevent a reoccurrence?

A. Tell the client to not shave the face.

B. Instruct the client to rub on astringent aftershave lotion.

C. Recommend the client apply hot packs for 20 minutes before shaving.

D. Teach the client to use an antibacterial soap on the face.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Recommend the client apply hot packs for 20 minutes before shaving.

Question 3 of 5

Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent infection in a client with burn injuries?

A. Ask all family members and visitors to perform hand hygiene before touching the client.

B. Carefully monitor burn wounds when providing each dressing change.

C. Clean equipment with alcohol between uses with each client on the unit.

D. Allow family members to only bring the client plants from the hospital's gift shop.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ask all family members and visitors to perform hand hygiene before touching the client.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse finds small, fluid-filled lesions on the margins of the client's surgical dressing. Which statement is the most appropriate scientific rationale for this occurrence?

A. These were caused by the cautery unit in the operating room.

B. These are papular wheals from herpes zoster.

C. These are blisters from the tape used to anchor the dressing.

D. These macular lesions are from a latex allergy.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: These are blisters from the tape used to anchor the dressing.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with hyperparathyroidism how to manage the condition at home. Which response by the client indicates the need for additional teaching?

A. I should limit my fluids to 1 liter per day.'

B. I should use my treadmill or go for walks daily.'

C. I should follow a moderate-calcium, high-fiber diet.'

D. My alendronate helps to keep calcium from coming out of my bones.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I should limit my fluids to 1 liter per day.'

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