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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the administration and absorption of the rectal suppository?

A. Having the patient lie on his or her right side, unless contraindicated

B. Having the patient hold his or her breath during insertion of the medication

C. Lubricating the suppository with a small amount of petroleum-based lubricant before insertion

D. Encouraging the patient to lie on his or her left side for 15 to 20 minutes after insertion

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Encouraging the patient to lie on his or her left side for 15 to 20 minutes after insertion

Question 2 of 5

Before starting therapy with a statin, the following baseline laboratory values should be evaluated:

A. Complete blood count

B. Liver function (ALT/AST) and creatine kinase

C. C-reactive protein

D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Liver function (ALT/AST) and creatine kinase

Question 3 of 5

What is a common side effect concern with hypertensive medications and all individuals, but especially the elderly?

A. Risk of falls

B. Triggering of a hypertensive crisis

C. Erectile priapism

D. Risk for bladder cancer development

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Risk of falls

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is preparing to start an IV line in a preschool-age child. After applying a eutectic mixture of local anesthetics, what will the nurse do to prepare the child?

A. Describe what the IV line will feel like and how long it will be in place.

B. Explain the purpose of the procedure.

C. Give the child equipment to handle and practice on a doll.

D. Reassure the child that the pain will only last a few minutes.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Give the child equipment to handle and practice on a doll.

Question 5 of 5

Pregnant patients with asthma may safely use ___ throughout their pregnancy.

A. Oral terbutaline

B. Prednisone

C. Inhaled corticosteroids (budesonide)

D. Montelukast (Singulair)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Inhaled corticosteroids (budesonide)

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