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Question 1 of 5

A client asks what 'essential hypertension' is. What response by the registered nurse is best?

A. It means it is caused by another disease.'

B. It means it is Ã¢ÂÂ´Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã‹Å“essential' that it be treated.'

C. It is hypertension with no specific cause.'

D. It refers to severe and life-threatening hypertension.'

Correct Answer: It is hypertension with no specific cause.'

Question 2 of 5

A client with a tracheostomy is at risk for aspiration. What intervention should the nurse prioritize?

A. Provide thickened liquids with meals.

B. Suction the tracheostomy before meals.

C. Position the client flat during feeding.

D. Encourage the client to drink water with meals.

Correct Answer: Provide thickened liquids with meals.

Question 3 of 5

A client with tuberculosis is prescribed isoniazid. What dietary instruction should the nurse provide?

A. Avoid foods rich in vitamin K.

B. Increase intake of foods high in vitamin C.

C. Avoid foods containing tyramine.

D. Limit intake of carbohydrates.

Correct Answer: Avoid foods containing tyramine.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia who is receiving oxygen therapy. Which finding indicates improvement?

A. Oxygen saturation of 92% on room air.

B. Heart rate decreased from 110 to 95 beats per minute.

C. Respiratory rate decreased from 30 to 20 breaths per minute.

D. Client reports fatigue after ambulating to the bathroom.

Correct Answer: Respiratory rate decreased from 30 to 20 breaths per minute.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is teaching a preoperative patient how to effectively deep breathe. Which of the following would be included?

A. Make each breath deep enough to move the bottom ribs.

B. Breathe through the mouth when you inhale and exhale.

C. Breathe in through the mouth and out through the nose.

D. Practice deep breathing at least once each week.

Correct Answer: Make each breath deep enough to move the bottom ribs.

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