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Question 1 of 5

The health care provider writes an order for bacteriologic testing for a patient who has a positive tuberculosis skin test. Which action should the nurse take?

A. Teach about the reason for the blood tests.

B. Schedule an appointment for a chest x-ray.

C. Teach the patient about providing specimens for 3 consecutive days.

D. Instruct the patient to collect several separate sputum specimens today.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Teach about the reason for the blood tests.

Question 2 of 5

A client with chronic bronchitis is prescribed oxygen therapy. What is the primary goal of this treatment?

A. To reduce carbon dioxide levels in the blood.

B. To improve oxygen delivery to tissues.

C. To eliminate mucus from the airways.

D. To prevent the development of pneumonia.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To improve oxygen delivery to tissues.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse providing care of a patient's chest drainage system observes that the chest tube has become separated from the drainage device. What would be the first action that should be taken by the nurse in this situation?

A. Notify the health care provider.

B. Apply an occlusive dressing on the site.

C. Assess the patient for signs of respiratory distress.

D. Put on gloves and insert the chest tube in a bottle of sterile saline.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Put on gloves and insert the chest tube in a bottle of sterile saline.

Question 4 of 5

A patient diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB) is homeless and has a history of alcohol abuse. Which intervention by the nurse will be most effective in ensuring adherence with the treatment regimen?

A. Repeat warnings about the high risk for infecting others several times.

B. Give the patient written instructions about how to take the medications.

C. Arrange for a daily meal and drug administration at a community center.

D. Arrange for the patient's friend to administer the medication on schedule.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Arrange for a daily meal and drug administration at a community center.

Question 5 of 5

Which among this food is the richest source of Iron?

A. Ampalaya

B. Broccoli

C. Mongo

D. Malunggay leaves

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Mongo

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