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Question 1 of 5

A client expresses anxiety about an upcoming surgery. What should the nurse do?

A. Administer a sedative
B. Ask the client to describe their feelings
C. Call the surgeon to address the anxiety
D. Provide information on post-op care

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ask the client to describe their feelings

Question 2 of 5

A healthcare provider is assessing the pain level of a client who has dementia and difficulty communicating. Which pain assessment technique should the healthcare provider use?

A. Verbal self-report
B. Pain scale
C. Behavioral indicators
D. Observing facial expressions

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Behavioral indicators

Question 3 of 5

A healthcare professional is reviewing the medical record of a client with a hip fracture. Which finding is a risk factor for pressure injuries?

A. Frequent repositioning
B. Poor nutrition
C. Use of a special mattress
D. Urinary incontinence

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Use of a special mattress

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reviewing a client's health history and identifies urinary incontinence as a risk factor for pressure injuries. What should the nurse include in the plan of care?

A. Use a heating pad for comfort
B. Apply a barrier cream to the skin
C. Reposition the client every 4 hours
D. Change the client's position every 2 hours

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Reposition the client every 4 hours

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia and frequently tries to get out of bed. What actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)

A. Turn off the bed alarm
B. Use physical restraints
C. Maintain the bed in the lowest position
D. Apply a vest restraint

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maintain the bed in the lowest position

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