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Question 1 of 5

Antibodies are made of which of the following types of substances?

A. Fat

B. Protein

C. Sugar

D. Carbohydrates CARE OF PATIENTS WITH IMMUNE DISORDERS

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Protein

Question 2 of 5

A client is being treated for acute pyelonephritis and will undergo laboratory tests. These tests are expected to help determine the clients BUN, creatinine, and serum electrolyte levels. Why should the nurse evaluate these test results?

A. To determine the severity of the disorder

B. To identify signs of fluid retention

C. To determine the location of discomfort

D. To determine clients response to therapy

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To determine clients response to therapy

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is formulating a diagnosis for a client who is reliving a brutal mugging that took place several months ago. The client is crying uncontrollably and states that he 'can't live with this fear.' Which of the following diagnoses for this client is correctly written?

A. Post-trauma syndrome related to being attacked

B. Psychological overreaction related to being attacked

C. Needs assistance coping with attack

D. Mental distress related to being attacked

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Post-trauma syndrome related to being attacked

Question 4 of 5

A male client who is HIV positive is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. His live-in partner has accompanied him. During the history interview, the nurse is aware of feeling a negative attitude about the client's lifestyle, what action is most appropriate?

A. Share these feelings with the client

B. Discuss the negative feelings with the

C. Develop a written interview form charge nurse

D. Avoid eye contact with the client

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Discuss the negative feelings with the

Question 5 of 5

The patient develops a low-grade fever 18 hours post-operatively and has diminished breath sounds. Which of the following actions is most appropriate for the nurse to take to prevent complications? i.Administer antibiotics iv.Decrease fluid intake ii.Encourage coughing and deepbreathing v.Ambulate patient as ordered iii.Administer acetaminophen (Tylenol)

A. 2and 5

B. All of the above

C. 1, 3 and 4

D. All except 2

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 2and 5