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HESI RN · HESI Fundamentals of Nursing · ATI Client Comfort and End of Life Care Quizlet

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Question 1 of 5

A client asks the nurse why a narcotic analgesic makes the client feel nauseated. What would be the basis of the nurse's response?

A. Stomach irritation

B. Effect on the brain

C. Allergic reaction

D. Rapid absorption

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Effect on the brain

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client at end-of-life who is receiving palliative care. Which intervention best promotes comfort?

A. Encouraging aggressive treatment

B. Providing a quiet environment

C. Scheduling frequent assessments

D. Limiting family presence

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Providing a quiet environment

Question 3 of 5

A patient who has a sleep disorder is trying stimulus control to improve amount and quality of sleep. What is recommended in this type of therapy?

A. use the bedroom for sleep and sex only

B. use the bedroom for reading and eating

C. go to bed at the same time every night

D. sleep alone with minimal coverings

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: use the bedroom for sleep and sex only

Question 4 of 5

An intravenous dose of potassium chloride is prescribed for a client with hypokalemia. Which action of the nurse indicates a need for further teaching in the preparation and administration of potassium?

A. Administer potassium through IV bolus.

B. Check if the label of the bag indicates the volume of the potassium in the solution.

C. Infuse potassium through an intravenous (IV) infusion pump.

D. Monitor urine output during infusion.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer potassium through IV bolus.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following should you communicate to the licensed nurse on duty in addition to the next shift nursing assistant?

A. Your resident drank only one glass of fluid all day today.

B. For the first time, your resident was not able to support her/his weight while transferring to a chair.

C. Your normally cooperative resident cursed at you this morning.

D. All of above.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of above.

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