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Question 1 of 5

During what period of gestation do congenital heart defects usually develop?

A. First 8 weeks of gestation

B. Second trimester

C. Third trimester

D. Last 4 weeks of gestation

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: First 8 weeks of gestation

Question 2 of 5

A client with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) has symptoms of intermittent claudication. Which should the nurse include when teaching the client about intermittent claudication?

A. It causes pain that occurs during periods of inactivity.

B. It causes pain that increases when the legs are elevated and decreases when the legs are dependent.

C. It causes cramping or aching pain in the lower extremities and the buttocks that occurs with a predictable level of activity.

D. It is often described as a burning sensation in the lower legs.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: It causes cramping or aching pain in the lower extremities and the buttocks that occurs with a predictable level of activity.

Question 3 of 5

A patient is scheduled for an electromyogram. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do in preparation for this diagnostic test? Select all that apply.

A. Do not smoke for 3 hours before the test

B. Avoid taking muscle relaxants before the test

C. Avoid taking oral hypoglycemic agents before the test

D. Alert the healthcare provider about an allergy to shellfish e. Avoid fluids containing caffeine for 3 hours before the test

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Avoid taking muscle relaxants before the test

Question 4 of 5

The community nurse is teaching a class at the community center regarding the cultural and ethnic risk factors for stroke. Which statement should nurse include in this presentation?

A. Caucasians have an increased incidence of intracerebral hemorrhage.

B. African Americans have almost twice the number of first-ever strokes compared with Whites.

C. Asian Americans are more likely to die following a stroke than Whites.

D. The prevalence of hypertension among Hispanics is the highest in the world.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: African Americans have almost twice the number of first-ever strokes compared with Whites.

Question 5 of 5

Which assessment findings support the nurse's concern that a client is experiencing hypovolemic shock? Select all that apply.

A. Slight increase in pulse

B. Dry, warm skin

C. Increased urine output

D. Normal respirations

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Slight increase in pulse

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