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Question 1 of 5

When assisting an older adult client in preparing to take a tub bath, which nursing action is most important?

A. Check the bath water temperature.

B. Shut the bathroom door.

C. Ensure that the client has voided.

D. Provide extra towels.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Check the bath water temperature.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease is receiving atorvastatin (Lipitor). Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of this medication?

A. Complete blood count (CBC)

B. Serum potassium level

C. Liver function tests (LFTs)

D. Serum cholesterol level

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Liver function tests (LFTs)

Question 3 of 5

A client with a suspected kidney infection is admitted to the hospital for observation. Which action should the nurse implement to assess the client's kidney function?

A. Monitor the client's urine output

B. Check for abdominal tenderness

C. Evaluate the client's fluid intake

D. Inspect the client's skin for edema

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor the client's urine output

Question 4 of 5

When suctioning a tracheostomy, which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take?

A. Use a sterile tube each time and suction for 30 seconds.

B. Use sterile technique and turn the suction off as the catheter is introduced.

C. Use clean technique and suction for 10 seconds.

D. Discard the catheter at the end of every shift.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Use sterile technique and turn the suction off as the catheter is introduced.

Question 5 of 5

When a client has suffered severe burns all over his body, the most effective method of monitoring the cardiovascular system is:

A. Cuff blood pressure.

B. Arterial pressure.

C. Pulmonary artery pressure.

D. Central venous pressure.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Central venous pressure.

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