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Question 1 of 5

Joan has osteoporosis. She has an increased risk for

A. Infection in the bone.

B. Peripheral blood clot formation.

C. Fracture formation.

D. Painful joint inflammation.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fracture formation.

Question 2 of 5

Pain has been defined as "whatever the person experiencing the pain says it is, existing whenever the patient says it does." This definition is problematic for the nurse when caring for which type of patient?

A. A patient placed on a ventilator

B. A patient with a history of opioid addiction

C. A patient with decreased cognitive function

D. A patient with pain resulting from severe trauma

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A patient with decreased cognitive function

Question 3 of 5

Tom reports abdominal pain that started over the periumbilical area and moved to the right lower quadrant area. Tom probably has

A. Crohn's disease.

B. Cholecystitis.

C. Appendicitis.

D. Diverticulitis.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Appendicitis.

Question 4 of 5

Which statement by a patient demonstrates an accurate understanding about herbal supplements?

A. Herbs may interact with prescribed medications but not other herbs.

B. Most herbs have been tested and found to be safe and therapeutic.

C. The Food and Drug Administration regulates herbs and allows advertising.

D. There is no standardization among the manufacturers of herbs in this country.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: There is no standardization among the manufacturers of herbs in this country.

Question 5 of 5

Describe nursing management of clients with impending or actual shock.

A. Decreased blood pressure

B. Increased heart rate

C. Fluid retention

D. Muscle cramps

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decreased blood pressure

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