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ATI RN · Concepts in Nursing · Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing 6th Edition Test Bank

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is providing teaching about long-term anticoagulant therapy to a client recovering from a pulmonary embolism. Which client statement indicates that instruction has been effective?

A. "I will expect bloody sputum when I brush my teeth."

B. "I need to use a soft toothbrush and an electric razor to avoid injuries."

C. "I need to eat a well-balanced diet with green salads."

D. "I can expect to be bruised, since this is normal."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "I need to use a soft toothbrush and an electric razor to avoid injuries."

Question 2 of 5

What is the purpose of using warm IV fluids to help resuscitate clients in shock?

A. To increase vasodilation

B. To prevent hypothermia

C. To prevent hyperthermia

D. To increase vasoconstriction

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To prevent hypothermia

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who has recently received a permanent colostomy. The client will be going home in several days and requires discharge teaching. What should the nurse do when organizing the teaching experience?

A. Ask the client to tell the nurse what he knows about caring for the colostomy.

B. Make sure the client's spouse is present before the teaching session begins.

C. Start from the beginning and proceed through all steps required to perform colostomy care.

D. Break the information into small sessions to enhance learning.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Break the information into small sessions to enhance learning.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is planning care to reduce the risk of a patient in the intensive care unit from developing acute kidney injury. Which intervention should the nurse implement for this patient?

A. Administer antihypertensive drugs

B. Avoid all potentially nephrotoxic drugs

C. Maintain fluid volume and cardiac output

D. Assess for a history of diabetes and hypertension

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maintain fluid volume and cardiac output

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is preparing a patient for an intravenous pyelogram. What should be a part of the patient's care at this time? Select all that apply.

A. Assess for allergies to seafood or iodine

B. Instruct on pre-procedure bowel preparation

C. Teach to eat a soft diet the morning of the test

D. Remind to withhold taking diuretics the day of the test e. Check prescribed medications for oral hypoglycemic agents

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assess for allergies to seafood or iodine

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