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Question 1 of 5

Adams apple formation because of

A. sex hormones production
B. growth in puberty
C. more prominent in male then female
D. all of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: all of the above

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for an elderly patient in the PACU. The patient has had a bronchoscopy, and the nurse is monitoring for complications related to the administration of lidocaine. For what complication related to the administration of large doses of lidocaine in the elderly should the nurse assess?

A. Decreased urine output and hypertension
B. Headache and vision changes
C. Confusion and lethargy
D. Jaundice and elevated liver enzymes

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Confusion and lethargy

Question 3 of 5

A nurse cares for a client who is scheduled for a total laryngectomy. What action would the nurse take prior to surgery?

A. Assess airway patency, breathing, and circulation.
B. Administer prescribed intravenous pain medication.
C. Assist the client to choose a communication method.
D. Ambulate the client in the hallway to assess gait.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assist the client to choose a communication method.

Question 4 of 5

Adult lung consist of approximately ......million alveoli

A. 500
B. 1000
C. 1500
D. non of these

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 500

Question 5 of 5

Which intervention for the client with PE could be delegated to the LPN/LVN on your client care team?

A. Evaluate client’s complaints of chest pain.
B. Monitor lab values for changes in oxygenation.
C. Assess for symptoms of respiratory failure.
D. Auscultate lung sounds for crackles.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Auscultate lung sounds for crackles.

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