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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is performing change of shift assessments on 4 clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to provider first?

A. The client was cystic fibrosis and has a thick productive cough and reports thirst

B. Client who has gastroenteritis and is lethargic and confused

C. The Client has diabetes mellitus has morning fasting blood glucose of 185 mg/dL

D. The client was sick of signing it reports pain 15 minutes after receiving oral analgesic

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Client who has gastroenteritis and is lethargic and confused

Question 2 of 5

Which behavior shows that a nurse values autonomy? The nurse

A. suggests one-on-one supervision for a patient who has suicidal thoughts.

B. informs a patient that the spouse will not be in during visiting hours.

C. discusses options and helps the patient weigh the consequences.

D. sets limits on a patient's romantic overtures toward the nurse.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: discusses options and helps the patient weigh the consequences.

Question 3 of 5

Which student behavior is consistent with therapeutic communication?

A. Offering your opinion when asked to convey support.

B. Summarizing the essence of the patient's comments in your own words.

C. Interrupting periods of silence before they become awkward for the patient.

D. Telling the patient he did well when you approve of his statements or actions.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Summarizing the essence of the patient's comments in your own words.

Question 4 of 5

Clinical pathways are used in managed care settings to

A. stabilize aggressive patients.

B. identify obstacles to effective care.

C. relieve nurses of planning responsibilities.

D. streamline the care process and reduce costs.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: streamline the care process and reduce costs.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is providing care to several chronically ill children. Which of the following would the nurse identify as having the greatest risk for developing a psychiatric problem?

A. 12-year-old with diabetes mellitus

B. 5-year-old with cerebral palsy

C. 8-year-old who has chronic renal disease

D. 10-year-old with a heart murmur

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 5-year-old with cerebral palsy

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