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Question 1 of 5

A client with a nagging cough makes an appointment to see the physician after reading that this symptom is one of the seven warning signs of cancer. What is another warning sign of cancer?

A. Persistent nausea

B. Indigestion

C. Rash

D. Chronic ache or pain

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Chronic ache or pain

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following explanations by the nurse will help a patient understand what to expect during a bronchoscopy?

A. "The physician will place a small tube through your nose or mouth and into the bronchi to look at your airways."

B. "You will breathe a radioactive substance that will show diseased areas in your lungs."

C. "You will need to drink a thick white liquid, which will be opaque on the x-rays."

D. "A die will be injected to help visualize the structures of the bronchioles. Do you have any allergies?"

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "The physician will place a small tube through your nose or mouth and into the bronchi to look at your airways."

Question 3 of 5

Which of the ff is a nursing intervention to ensure that the client is free from injury caused by falls?

A. Nurse monitors for chest pain and elevated low-density lipoprotein levels

B. Nurse monitors for swelling and heaviness of legs

C. Nurse monitors postural changes in BP

D. Nurse monitors temperature for mild fever

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Nurse monitors for swelling and heaviness of legs

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is working in a support group for client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Which point is most important for the nurse to stress?

A. Avoiding the use of recreational drugs and alcohol

B. Refraining from telling anyone about the diagnosis

C. Following safer-sex practices

D. Telling potential sex partners about the diagnosis, as required by the law

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Following safer-sex practices

Question 5 of 5

Mrs. Zeno asks the nurse why the disease has occurred. The nurse bases the reply on the knowledge that there is:

A. A genetic defect in the production of acetylcholine

B. A reduced amount of neurotransmitter acetylcholine

C. A decreased number of functioning acetyl-choline receptor sites

D. An inhibition of the enzyme Ache leaving the end plates folded.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A decreased number of functioning acetyl-choline receptor sites

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