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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of myocardial infarction (MI). The patient is complaining of chest pain. What is the priority intervention?

A. Administer nitroglycerin.

B. Administer morphine.

C. Provide pain relief.

D. Administer oral anticoagulants.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer morphine.

Question 2 of 5

What is the nurse's first action when a patient with a chest tube exhibits subcutaneous emphysema?

A. Notify the healthcare provider.

B. Reposition the chest tube.

C. Assess for tube obstruction.

D. Monitor the area and document findings.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assess for tube obstruction.

Question 3 of 5

A patient who is taking rifampin (Rifadin) for tuberculosis calls the clinic and reports having orange discolored urine and tears. Which response by the nurse reflects accurate knowledge about the medication and the patient's illness?

A. Ask the patient about any visual changes in red-green color discrimination.

B. Question the patient about experiencing shortness of breath, hives, or itching.

C. Explain that orange discolored urine and tears are normal while taking this medication.

D. Advise the patient to stop the drug and report the symptoms to the health care provider.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Explain that orange discolored urine and tears are normal while taking this medication.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following will not have an effect on determining the oxygen content?

A. Hemoglobin level

B. Saturation of the hemoglobin

C. Partial pressure of oxygen in the blood

D. Cardiac output

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cardiac output

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is assessing a patient with chronic bronchitis who reports increased fatigue and productive cough. What finding requires immediate action?

A. Oxygen saturation of 89%.

B. Productive cough with green sputum.

C. Heart rate of 92 beats per minute.

D. Increased sputum production.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Oxygen saturation of 89%.

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