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Question 1 of 5

The nurse identifies the diagnosis of Excess Fluid Volume as appropriate for a client with cardiomyopathy. Which interventions should the nurse emphasize when planning this client's care? Select all that apply.

A. Monitor B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) level.
B. Provide oxygen as prescribed.
C. Assess respiratory status and lung sounds every 4 hours and as needed.
D. Provide information about activity upon discharge.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) level.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is preparing a teaching session for community members on osteoporosis and osteomalacia. What should the nurse include as a potential complication for both of these health problems?

A. Infection
B. Fractures
C. Blood clots
D. Contractures

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fractures

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is assessing the musculoskeletal status of a 70-year-old patient. What findings should the nurse consider as expected age-related changes in this body system? Select all that apply.

A. Decreased muscle mass
B. Reduced muscle strength
C. Edema of ankles, hips, and knees
D. Reduced range of motion of shoulders and hips e. Loss of ½ inch in height from the previous assessment

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decreased muscle mass

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is caring for a pregnant client who is hypertensive. Which additional clinical manifestations leads the nurse to believe that the client is experiencing early preeclampsia?

A. Persistent headache
B. Excessive protein in the urine
C. Right-sided abdominal pain
D. Severe epigastric pain

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Severe epigastric pain

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a pregnant woman with a suspected pulmonary embolism without DVT. With regard to diagnostic tests to confirm the diagnosis what should the nurse anticipate being ordered for the client? Select all that apply.

A. V/Q scan
B. Computerized tomography pulmonary angiography
C. Chest x-ray
D. Non-stress test

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: V/Q scan

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