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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of stroke who is complaining of sudden loss of vision in one eye. What should the nurse do first?

A. Monitor for changes in neurological status.

B. Notify the healthcare provider.

C. Reassure the patient.

D. Monitor vital signs.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Reassure the patient.

Question 2 of 5

A patient with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) tells the nurse, 'I wish I were dead! I'm just a burden on everybody.' Based on this information, which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate?

A. Complicated grieving related to expectation of death

B. Chronic low self-esteem related to physical dependence

C. Ineffective coping related to unknown outcome of illness

D. Deficient knowledge related to lack of education about COPD

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Chronic low self-esteem related to physical dependence

Question 3 of 5

What is the first action for a patient with a foreign object in the nare?

A. Assess oxygenation

B. Apply pressure

C. Suction the nare

D. Assist in removing the object

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assist in removing the object

Question 4 of 5

Which action by the nurse would prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)?

A. Suctioning the airway every 2 hours.

B. Administering antibiotics prophylactically.

C. Providing oral care with chlorhexidine.

D. Keeping the patient sedated.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Providing oral care with chlorhexidine.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse observes continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber of a patient's chest tube. What should the nurse do?

A. Clamp the chest tube immediately.

B. Check the system for air leaks.

C. Add more sterile water to the chamber.

D. Notify the healthcare provider immediately.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Check the system for air leaks.

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