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Question 1 of 5

A 67-year-old client with a history of type II diabetes mellitus and chronic hypertension is admitted to the emergency department after a myocardial infarction. Which type of shock should the nurse be prepared to treat in this client?

A. Cardiogenic shock
B. Hypovolemic shock
C. Neurogenic shock
D. Septic shock

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cardiogenic shock

Question 2 of 5

A client with preeclampsia begins to demonstrate manifestations of seizure activity. Which intervention by the nurse is most likely to protect the client and fetus from injury?

A. Elevate the client's legs
B. Place the client on the left side and protect the airway
C. Place the client in the supine position
D. Elevate the head of the bed

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Place the client on the left side and protect the airway

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a premature infant diagnosed with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to this client?

A. Indomethacin
B. Propranolol
C. Antibiotics
D. Prostaglandin E1

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Indomethacin

Question 4 of 5

Which nursing intervention related to perfusion can be performed independently?

A. Administration of drug regimens
B. Insertion of device to measure central venous pressure (CVP)
C. Teaching relaxation techniques
D. Thoracentesis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Teaching relaxation techniques

Question 5 of 5

A client admitted with chronic venous insufficiency has an infected wound of the left lower extremity. Which clinical manifestations does the nurse anticipate during the client's assessment? Select all that apply.

A. Pulses absent in the extremity with the wound
B. Wound that is pink with skin warm
C. Ulceration that is pale in color
D. Skin surrounding ulcer that is cool to the touch

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Pulses absent in the extremity with the wound

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