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Question 1 of 5

A client who is receiving a blood transfusion begins to experience chills, shortness of breath, nausea, excessive perspiration, and a vague sense of uneasiness. What is the nurse's first best action?

A. Report the signs and symptoms to the
B. Monitor the client's vital signs
C. Assess respiratory status
D. Stop the infusion

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Stop the infusion

Question 2 of 5

A patient was diagnosed with hiatal hernia. She frequently has regurgitation and a sour taste on his mouth especially after eating large meals. Which action by the client shows understanding of her treatment regimen?

A. elevate her legs when she is sleeping
B. drink more fluids with her meals
C. increase the roughage in her diet
D. avoid caffeine, alcohol, and chocolate

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: avoid caffeine, alcohol, and chocolate

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following nursing interventions will help prevent a further increase in ICP?

A. Encourage fluids
B. Provide physical therapy
C. Elevate the head of the bed
D. Reposition the patient frequently

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Elevate the head of the bed

Question 4 of 5

A nurse writes the following nursing diagnosis for a client with Alzheimer's disease: 'Disturbed Thought Processes related to Alzheimer's disease as evidenced by incoherent language.' Which part of this diagnosis is considered the problem statement?

A. Disturbed thought processes
B. Related to
C. Alzheimer's disease
D. Incoherent language

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Disturbed thought processes

Question 5 of 5

Mr. Santos a 59-year old businessman was diagnosed with angina pectoris. The nurse understands that the cause of angina pectoris is:

A. decrease in the alveolar surface for gas exchange
B. inadequate supply of oxygen to the myocardium
C. inadequate blood pressure in the pulmonary circulation
D. increase in the alveolar surface for gas exchange

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: inadequate supply of oxygen to the myocardium

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