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Question 1 of 5

Norma has started a new drug for hypertension. Thirty minutes after she takes the drug, she develops chest tightness and becomes short of breath and tachypneic. She has a decreased level of consciousness. These signs indicate which of the following conditions?

A. Asthma attack

B. Pulmonary embolism

C. Respiratory failure

D. Rheumatoid arthritis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Pulmonary embolism

Question 2 of 5

What would be the best approach for a wife who is still living with her abusive husband?

A. "Here's the number of a crisis center that you can call for help ."Â

B. "t's best to leave your husband."Â

C. "Did you discuss this with your family?"Â

D. " Why do you allow yourself to be treated this way."Â

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "Here's the number of a crisis center that you can call for help ."Â

Question 3 of 5

A patient reports a pattern of being suspicious and mistrusting of others, causing difficulty in sustaining lasting relationships. Which stage according to Erikson's psychosocial development was not successfully completed?

A. Trust

B. Autonomy

C. Initiative

D. Industry

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Trust

Question 4 of 5

A client who is taking paroxetine (Paxil) reports to the nurse that he has been nauseated since beginning the medication. Which of the following actions is indicated initially?

A. Instruct the client to stop the medication for a few days to see if the nausea goes away.

B. Reassure the client that this is an expected side effect that will improve with time.

C. Suggest that the client take the medication with food.

D. Tell the client to switch to a different antidepressant.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Suggest that the client take the medication with food.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse wants to engage an interpreter for a severely anxious 21-year-old male who immigrated to the United States 2 years ago. Of the four interpreters below who are available and fluent in the patient's language, which one should the nurse call?

A. 65-year-old female professional interpreter

B. 24-year-old male professional interpreter

C. A member of the patient's family

D. The patient's best friend

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 24-year-old male professional interpreter

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