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Question 1 of 5

The nurse instructs a client about the medication nifedipine (Procardia) for hypertension. Which client statement indicates that additional teaching is needed?

A. "This medication will cause my ankles to swell, which is normal."
B. "I need to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water each day."
C. "I will call my doctor if I gain weight or become short of breath."
D. "I need to eat foods high in fiber when taking this medication."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "This medication will cause my ankles to swell, which is normal."

Question 2 of 5

A client admitted with the diagnosis of cardiomyopathy becomes short of breath with ambulation and eating and fatigued with routine care activities. Which nursing diagnosis does the nurse include in the client's plan of care?

A. Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements
B. Deficient Knowledge
C. Activity Intolerance
D. Self-Care Deficit

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Activity Intolerance

Question 3 of 5

The nurse identifies that a patient with immobility is at risk for the development of urolithiasis. What should the nurse include when planning this patient's care?

A. Monitor urine pH
B. Administer calcium supplements
C. Maintain an indwelling urinary catheter
D. Increase fluid intake to 3000 mL/day

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Increase fluid intake to 3000 mL/day

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is instructing the spouse of a client with a stroke on how to do passive range-of- motion exercises to the affected limbs. Which rationale for this intervention will the nurse include in the teaching session?

A. Improve muscle strength
B. Maintain cardiopulmonary function
C. Improve endurance
D. Maintain joint flexibility

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maintain joint flexibility

Question 5 of 5

A patient with inflammatory bowel disease is prescribed sulfasalazine (Azulfidine). What should the nurse teach the patient about taking this medication?

A. Take vitamin C while on this drug
B. Take the drug on an empty stomach
C. Use sunscreen while taking the drug
D. Limit fluid intake to 1500 mL per day or less

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Use sunscreen while taking the drug

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