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Question 1 of 5

Before his discharge the nurse should assess Mr. Hall's home situation to determine possible hazards. Of the following items in Mr. Hall's home, which poses the greatest danger to him while he is still on crutches?

A. Stairs

B. Doors

C. Scatter rugs

D. Easy chairs

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Scatter rugs

Question 2 of 5

A patient with a spinal cord injury (SCI) complains about a severe throbbing headache that suddenly started a short time ago. Assessment of the patient reveals increased blood pressure (168/94) and decreased heart rate (48/minute), diaphoreses, and flushing of the face and neck. What action should you take first?

A. Administer the ordered acetaminophen (Tylenol).

B. Check the Foley tubing for kinks or obstruction.

C. Adjust the temperature in the patient's room.

D. Notify the physician about the change in status.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Check the Foley tubing for kinks or obstruction.

Question 3 of 5

The healthcare provider is planning care for a patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Which of the following is the priority intervention?

A. Advise the patient to drink liquids through a straw

B. Monitor the patient's temperature to avoid overheating

C. Teach the patient's family how to meet the patient's needs

D. Encourage bed rest in order to conserve strength

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor the patient's temperature to avoid overheating

Question 4 of 5

In assessing Bob, which of the following complaints would indicate radial nerve injury?

A. Pain at the fracture site

B. Inability to extend the wrist

C. Inability to flex the elbow

D. Paralysis of the hand and forearm

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Inability to extend the wrist

Question 5 of 5

Which of these diseases results in meningitis caused by an encapsulated yeast?

A. cryptococcosis

B. histoplasmosis

C. candidiasis

D. coccidiomycosis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: cryptococcosis

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