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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). The client is on airborne precautions and is being treated with multidrug therapy. A chest x-ray is scheduled for the client. Which of the following is not a precaution the nurse should take to safely transport the client to x-ray?

A. Ask the x-ray technician to come to the client's room to perform a portable x-ray.

B. Have the client wear a mask.

C. Notify the x-ray department that the client is on airborne precautions.

D. Wear a filtration mask and gloves for protection against the client's microorganisms.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ask the x-ray technician to come to the client's room to perform a portable x-ray.

Question 2 of 5

A client is receiving oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. The nurse should explain that this method of oxygen delivery does which of the following?

A. Delivers a specific concentration of oxygen constantly

B. Delivers a high concentration of oxygen

C. Delivers a low concentration of oxygen

D. Restricts the client's ability to eat, speak, or drink

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Delivers a specific concentration of oxygen constantly

Question 3 of 5

A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD expresses difficulty in bringing up bronchial secretions. Which action should the nurse take to help the client with tenacious bronchial secretions?

A. Maintaining a semi-Fowler's position as much as possible

B. Administering oxygen via nasal cannula at 2 L per min

C. Helping the client select a low-salt diet

D. Encouraging the client to drink eight glasses of water daily

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Encouraging the client to drink eight glasses of water daily

Question 4 of 5

In preparation for the discharge of a client with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), the nurse should include which of the following instructions?

A. Apply a heating pad on a low setting to help relieve leg pain.

B. Adjust the thermostat so that the environment is warm.

C. Wear antiembolic stockings during the day.

D. Rest with the legs above heart level.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Rest with the legs above heart level.

Question 5 of 5

A client with angina pectoris is being taught about starting therapy with nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) tablets. The nurse should instruct the client to take the medication

A. after each meal and at bedtime.

B. every 15 minutes during an acute attack.

C. at the first indication of chest pain.

D. with 8 oz of water.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: at the first indication of chest pain.

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