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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is preparing to discharge a client with sleep apnea. Which intervention is most appropriate to include in the teaching plan?

A. Sleep on your back to maintain an open airway.

B. Lose weight if you are overweight.

C. Avoid using CPAP if symptoms improve.

D. Limit fluid intake before bedtime.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Lose weight if you are overweight.

Question 2 of 5

Oxygen belongs to which group of the periodic table?

A. Halogen Group

B. Chalcogen Group

C. Noble Gases Group

D. None of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Chalcogen Group

Question 3 of 5

A patient with bacterial pneumonia has coarse crackles and thick sputum. Which action should the nurse plan to promote airway clearance?

A. Restrict oral fluids during the day.

B. Teach pursed-lip breathing technique.

C. Encourage the patient to wear the nasal O2 cannula.

D. Assist the patient to splint the chest when coughing.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Teach pursed-lip breathing technique.

Question 4 of 5

A patient who is taking rifampin (Rifadin) for tuberculosis calls the clinic and reports having orange discolored urine and tears. Which response by the nurse reflects accurate knowledge about the medication and the patient's illness?

A. Ask the patient about any visual changes in red-green color discrimination.

B. Question the patient about experiencing shortness of breath, hives, or itching.

C. Explain that orange discolored urine and tears are normal while taking this medication.

D. Advise the patient to stop the drug and report the symptoms to the health care provider.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Explain that orange discolored urine and tears are normal while taking this medication.

Question 5 of 5

A client with pleural effusion is experiencing severe shortness of breath. What is the nurse's priority intervention?

A. Position the client on the unaffected side.

B. Prepare the client for a thoracentesis.

C. Administer prescribed diuretics.

D. Encourage deep breathing exercises.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Prepare the client for a thoracentesis.

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